On Tuesday afternoon, the seven-seed Raducanu took on Ann Li in the first round of the 2025 Lexus Eastbourne Open (WTA 250). Raducanu defeated Li in a three-set match that was a reminder of her ultimate goal: 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-1.

Emma Raducanu fought back the tears after claiming a hard-fought victory over American Ann Li in the opening round at Eastbourne.

Emma Raducanu close to inspired comeback before losing to Maya Joint at Eastbourne Open; follow scores and reports from Eastbourne, and watch all the action from the ATP and WTA tours on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+,