Emma Raducanu advances to Miami Open last 16 after Kessler retires

Emma Raducanu advanced to the last 16 of the Miami Open after her opponent, McCartney Kessler, retired due to a back injury while Raducanu was leading 6-1, 3-0. The British player showcased her dominance by winning the first set in just 30 minutes and taking an early lead in the second. Raducanu expressed concern for Kessler's well-being, stating, 'It's never a way any athlete wants to win a match,' and praised her opponent's recent strong performance. This victory follows Raducanu's significant win over Emma Navarro, marking her first triumph against a top-10 player. She will face either Amanda Anisimova or Mirra Andreeva in the next round. The match highlights the competitive nature of the tournament, with Raducanu demonstrating her readiness to contend for further victories.