Emma Raducanu beats service issues to win Melbourne opener
13 January 2025 at 18:34
The former US Open champion hit 15 double faults in a 7-6 (4) 7-6 (2) victory.
The British No 1 came from two sets to one down for the second year in a row, managing to see off Argentinaβs Mariano Navone
The 25-year-old, who missed most of last season through injury, defeated qualifier Leolia Jeanjean
Tsitsipas was knocked out in the first round at the second grand slam in a row, as Alex Michelsen claimed a big upset
The two-time winner defeated Sloane Stephens 6-3 6-2 on a rain-delayed opening day in Melbourne