US Open 2024 Women’s Singles First Round: Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin preview, prediction, and live stream details

Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin in the US Open first round on Monday (August 26) will be a clash of former top 10 WTA players.

Sofia Kenin and Emma Raducanu (via Imago)

Emma Raducanu and Sofia Kenin will face off in an exciting first-round match at the US Open. Both players are unseeded, despite having significant reputations in the sport.

Raducanu was a top 10 player in 2022 after winning the US Open in 2021. She defeated Leylah Fernandez in straight sets to claim her lone Grand Slam title.

Kenin, on the other hand, also has one Grand Slam title, which she won at the Australian Open in 2020. The American beat Garbine Muguruza in three sets in the final. Two months later, she achieved her career-high ranking as World No. 4.

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Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin: Match Details

Tournament: US Open 2024
Match: Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin
Round: First Round
Date: 26 August, 2024
Time: 11 am local time
Venue: TBD
Surface: Outdoor Hard Court

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Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin: Match Preview

Emma Raducanu and Sofia Kenin are entering the US Open after a difficult run of form. Raducanu’s performance has not been making as many headlines as her decisions off the court.

The former US Open champion faced a lot of criticism at Wimbledon after refusing to play mixed doubles with Andy Murray. The 21-year-old explained that she did not want to risk her singles tournament as she was dealing with a wrist injury.

Raducanu’s most recent tournament was the Citi Open, where she reached the quarterfinals. The right-hander lost to Paula Badosa in three entertaining sets.

On the other hand, Kenin has lost six of her last seven WTA matches. Her last Grand Slam performance was a first-round exit at Wimbledon against Iga Swiatek. Although Raducanu may be an easier opponent compared to the World No. 1, Kenin will still have a tough challenge in the opening round of the US Open.

Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin: Match Prediction

Emma Raducanu and Sofia Kenin have never played each other before, despite both having achieved Grand Slam success. It’s somewhat surprising, given that both have been in the top 10 in the past.

This adds an element of unpredictability for Kenin. She could surprise Raducanu with the level of play that made her a Grand Slam champion. Additionally, the criticism Raducanu is facing from her own fans might benefit the 2020 Australian Open champion.

However, the tennis community can only look at recent results to predict the outcome of this match. Although Raducanu hasn’t been particularly impressive, she may still have enough to defeat Kenin and advance to the second round.

Match Prediction: Emma Raducanu in three sets.

Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin: Live stream details

USA: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+, ESPN Deportes, ABC, Tennis Channel
UK and Europe (Except France): BBC, Eurosport
France: beIN Sports France
Australia: Nine & Stan Sport
Canada: ESPN International, TSN/RDS
India: Disney+Hotstar

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