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Emma Raducanu has revealed that she told herself that losing was not an option during her clash with Elise Mertens at the DC Open.
The Brit returned to action in style with a victory in three sets over the world No. 35 to progress into the second round of the competition. The 21-year-old claimed the opening set in style before being pegged back by the valiant Mertens.
The former British No. 1 then held her nerve to win the final set and secure a 6-2, 3-6, 6-4 victory. Following her success, Raducanu revealed after the match that she was determined not to be dumped out of the competition in the first round despite facing jet lag.
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She explained: “I think getting through first rounds are always difficult. I think first rounds are all about getting through them and trying to find a way to work your way into the tournament and I’m very proud of that.
“I think I’m just most proud of my mentality and character today. I was playing some pretty good tennis in patches throughout, especially in the first set and moments in the third set. I lost some focus in the second.
“It’s not easy playing at 11.30. I got here Thursday night so I’m still jet-lagged.”
