Emma Raducanu secured her spot in the second round of the Miami Open for the first time, defeating Japan's Sayaka Ishii with a commanding score of 6-2, 6-1. Raducanu emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and competitiveness, which she felt had lapsed in recent months. Although Ishii showed early flashes of skill, particularly with her powerful forehand, she struggled to maintain consistency throughout the match, ultimately allowing Raducanu to establish clear dominance. This victory is especially significant for Raducanu, who has faced challenges in prior matches.
I was just so focused on every point and trying to compete, said Raducanu. That was my main objective today, just trying my best every point and bringing some energy.
Just as it seemed as if Ishii had settled into the match, her level cascaded and she spent the rest of the contest hitting herself off the court.
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