In a thrilling second-round match at the 2025 Miami Open, Emma Raducanu triumphed over world No.10 Emma Navarro with a scoreline of 7-6(6), 2-6, 7-6(3), advancing to the third round.
The nearly three-hour contest showcased Raducanu’s resilience and determination. After clinching a tightly contested first set via tiebreak, Raducanu faced a resurgent Navarro in the second set, who leveled the match. Despite physical challenges, including a medical timeout for blisters, Raducanu found renewed energy in the deciding set. She overcame a 1-3 deficit and navigated a series of momentum shifts, ultimately securing victory in the final tiebreak.
This victory marks Raducanu’s third career win over a top-10 opponent and her first on hard courts. Reflecting on the match, she expressed profound emotion, stating that, despite her 2021 US Open title, this win felt particularly significant due to the challenges she has faced in recent years.
Raducanu’s journey in the tournament continues as she prepares to face either McCartney Kessler or Linda Noskova in the upcoming ro
und.