Emma Raducanu Defeats Naomi Osaka at Citi Open to Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Maria Sakkari | International Sports News
Emma Raducanu and Naomi Osaka faced off each other on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at the Citi Open in Washington, DC. Emma Raducanu beat Naomi Osaka in the match, showing great control. The match was full of energy. After this win, Raducanu moved into the quarterfinals to face Maria Sakkari next.
Emma Raducanu beats Naomi Osaka at Citi Open 2025
Emma Raducanu at the Citi Open in Washington, DC, accomplished a remarkable feat on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka in the Round of 16, the 2021 US Open victor in straight sets. The game went almost one hour and twenty-five minutes. While Osaka fought to keep consistency throughout the game, Emma Raducanu displayed amazing form and confidence. This triumph sends Raducanu to the quarterfinals, where Maria Sakkari next resides.No. 7 Marta Kostyuk had already broken, winning that match 7-6, 6-4 earlier on Tuesday, July 22. She continued to perform well against Osaka. Her first-serve point percentage was 74%; she never lost a service game. Additionally, she recovered Osaka’s break points. Raducanu performed shrewdly under pressure, especially at key moments.
Emma Raducanu shines in service games, Naomi Osaka struggles
Having defeated Elise Mertens in the first round, Naomi Osaka could not keep that form into the second round. Emma Raducanu played with high energy and intelligent judgments. She hit her second serves with power and confidence; she only made one double fault. Also Read: Olympic Medalist Lizzie Deignan Announces Retirement From Cycling After Surprise Pregnancy RevealSpeaking with Sky Sports Tennis after the game, Raducanu provided her thoughts on the feat:“I felt it was going to be a really difficult match. Naomi’s won four Slams, been world No. 1, and she’s so dangerous. On hard courts, she’s very strong. I knew I had to play really well and manage my service games. I’m proud I did that.”She also talked about her bold second serves, saying:“If you float the second serve, then nobody’s gonna crunch it, and I’ll be behind in the point. So I had to trust my abilities on the second serve, and I went for it.”Emma Raducanu’s next obstacle will be against Maria Sakkari on Friday, July 25. Also looking to make her first semifinal of the year is Maria Sakkari, once rated at No. 3 globally.Maria Sakkari will face Emma Raducanu on Friday in Washington, DC, for a spot in the semifinals. Both players are looking for their first major success of the 2025 season.
FAQs
1. Who won between Emma Raducanu and Naomi Osaka?Emma Raducanu beat Naomi Osaka in straight sets at the 2025 Citi Open.2. Where was the Emma Raducanu vs Naomi Osaka match played?The match was played in Washington, DC, at the Citi Open.3. Who will Emma Raducanu face next?In the quarterfinals, Raducanu will face Maria Sakkari.
