Raducanu Leads British Trio to Second Round at Queen's Club

Emma Raducanu advanced to the second round of the Queen's Club Championships with a dominant straight-sets victory over Spain's Cristina Bucsa, winning 6-1, 6-2. Raducanu acknowledged some nerves playing on the iconic grass surface for the first time but expressed determination to improve her game and stay longer in the tournament. Fellow British players Katie Boulter and Heather Watson also progressed, with Boulter winning a tough three-set match against Australian Ajla Tomljanovic and Watson defeating Yulia Putintseva. The return of women's tennis to Queen's Club after more than 50 years was celebrated by the home crowd, with Boulter highlighting the special atmosphere of playing on this historic court. Raducanu and Boulter also teamed up successfully in doubles, securing a win to reach the next round. Upcoming matches include Raducanu potentially facing Rebecca Sramkova and Watson set to meet former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina.