On Tuesday afternoon, the seven-seed Raducanu took on Ann Li in the first round of the 2025 Lexus Eastbourne Open (WTA 250). Raducanu defeated Li in a three-set match that was a reminder of her ultimate goal: 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-1.

World number 38 Emma Raducanu, who won the US Open in 2021, is building towards her fourth Wimbledon appearance, where she has twice reached the fourth round.

Emma Raducanu revealed she is still dealing with an ongoing back issue just days away from the start of Wimbledon. Back spasms have been a recurring problem for the British No.1 and affected Raducanu during the Australian Open and French Open.