Danielle Collins Upsets Emma Raducanu in Strasbourg Quarterfinals

At the Internationaux de Strasbourg, Danielle Collins staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Emma Raducanu in a three-set thriller, advancing to the quarterfinals where she will face either Jessica Pegula or Anna Kalinskaya. Collins, who had struggled earlier in the 2025 season but showed signs of resurgence on clay, converted five of nine break points and served ten aces to overcome Raducanu's initial lead. Raducanu, despite an inconsistent season and recent improvements highlighted by a strong run in Miami and a victory over Daria Kasatkina at Strasbourg, could not maintain momentum after winning the first set. Both players had experienced mixed form throughout the year, with Collins reaching the last eight at Charleston and the Round of 16 at the Italian Open, while Raducanu had early exits in several tournaments but showed promise on clay surfaces. The match was a test of resilience and highlighted Collins' fighting spirit, as she rallied from a set down to claim a 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 victory after 2 hours and 20 minutes. This win marks a significant step for Collins' preparation ahead of the French Open, underscoring her intent to regain top form on clay.