Emma Raducanu loses Korea Open last 16 after missing three match points

Emma Raducanu, the British No. 1, suffered a tough defeat at the Korea Open after failing to convert three match points against Barbora Krejcikova, a former Wimbledon champion. Raducanu led the match 4-6, 5-2 and had multiple opportunities to close it out, including serving for the match and holding match points in a dramatic second set tiebreak, but Krejcikova mounted a remarkable comeback to win 4-6, 7-6(10), 6-1. Krejcikova's resilience was highlighted by her ability to save match points, including those on Raducanu's serve, and dominate the third set, leaving Raducanu demoralized. The loss prevents Raducanu from advancing to face top seed Iga Swiatek, who will now meet Krejcikova in the quarter-finals. Raducanu's performance had been gritty but inconsistent, and the defeat marks a setback in her quest to improve her ranking, currently at No. 32. The match has been described as a thriller with significant tension and momentum swings, reflecting both players' fighting spirit.