Emma Raducanu Cruises into US Open Third Round with Dominant Win
You might have caught the news from Flushing Meadows today—Emma Raducanu is through to the third round of the US Open after a commanding performance against Indonesian qualifier Janice Tjen. The match was wrapped up in just 60 minutes, with Raducanu taking the sets 6-2, 6-1. From the very first serve, she established control, firing eight aces and landing nearly 80% of her first serves, which won her more than three-quarters of those points. It was a display of precise serving and consistent, deep groundstrokes that kept Tjen on the defensive almost the entire time.
Tjen, although relatively new to the tour and ranked 149th, had already turned heads by defeating the 24th seed, Veronika Kudermetova, in her opening round. Her style, reminiscent of former world number one Ashleigh Barty, could have been tricky, but Raducanu refused to let her find any rhythm. The 2021 US Open champion looked focused and unflustered, though there was a brief moment in the second set when a minor back niggle seemed to trouble her. Even so, she bounced back immediately, demonstrating both skill and composure.
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Raducanu’s progress this season has been noted by many, and her performance today only reinforced that trajectory. Under the guidance of her new coach, Francisco Roig, she has been working to make her serve an even more formidable weapon. Against Tjen, it was clear that this development is paying off. Every powerful baseline shot pushed Tjen further back, effectively neutralizing the Indonesian’s slice and variety game.
After the match, Raducanu expressed satisfaction with her play, praising Tjen as a “super dangerous opponent” who was “playing really well.” Looking ahead, she could face former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina next, which promises to be a tougher challenge. But for now, Raducanu’s confidence is clearly high, and her form suggests she is ready to make a deep run in New York.
Off the court, she has been keeping a disciplined routine, focusing heavily on practice and preparation. While she has found some time to enjoy brief walks in Central Park, tennis remains her priority, and she is putting faith in the process that has brought her back into top form. Today, Raducanu was not just winning a match—she was reminding everyone of the talent and determination that propelled her to Grand Slam glory just a few years ago.
In short, it was a masterclass in controlled aggression, tactical intelligence, and mental focus. Raducanu’s victory over Tjen was convincing, efficient, and left little doubt that she is one of the players to watch as the US Open continues. Her upward momentum is unmistakable, and the fans in New York, and around the world, will be keeping a very close eye on her journey in the tournament.
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