Emma Raducanu expressed her disappointment after a first-round exit at the US Open, losing to Sofia Kenin with a score of 6-1, 3-6, 6-4. The 21-year-old, who has not won a match at the tournament since her 2021 title, admitted she felt 'down' and 'sad' following the defeat. Raducanu acknowledged that her lack of match play leading up to the event contributed to her performance, noting, 'I would have preferred to probably play a little bit more before coming into the US Open.' She emphasized the importance of analyzing her performance and managing her schedule differently in the future. Despite the setback, she remains optimistic about preparing for the next season, stating, 'the slams are over for this year, but it's not actually that long until Australia comes around again.' Kenin's experience and strategic play proved challenging for Raducanu, particularly in the first set where she struggled to find her rhythm.