US Open: Raducanu Crashes Through to US Open Third Round

Emma Raducanu advances with dominant display

Emma Raducanu cruises past Janice Tjen 6-2, 6-1 in the US Open second round, setting up a match against either Tereza Valentova or Elena Rybakina.

Emma Raducanu is on fire at the US Open! The 22-year-old British tennis star just crushed Indonesian qualifier Janice Tjen 6-2, 6-1, reaching the third round of the tournament in style. This win marks Raducanu's quickest Grand Slam victory, wrapping up the match in just 62 minutes. Raducanu's sharp serving and relentless pace left Tjen struggling to keep up.

Raducanu's Dominant Performance

Raducanu's stats from the match are impressive:

• Aces: 8
• Backhand winners: 2
• Forehand winners: 3
• Games won: 11
• First serve points won: 25 out of 32

Ruthless Emma! 🔴 pic.twitter.com/V1TvrIH7mf

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 27, 2025

Tjen, who pulled off a major upset against 24th seed Veronika Kudermetova, put up a spirited fight but ultimately couldn't match Raducanu's intensity. With this win, Raducanu advances to the third round, where she'll face a tough opponent. Raducanu's current ranking is 36, with a career-high ranking of 10. She's earned $4.8 million in prize money throughout her career.

“I'm very pleased with how I played today. Janice is a super dangerous opponent, and I thought any ball that I put that wasn't good enough, she just put away,” Raducanu said.

“Janice is playing some really dangerous tennis and beat one of the top seeds in the first round.

“I'm sure she can build and take a lot of confidence from this. I'm looking forward to the next time I play her.”

Emma is trusting the process 🙌 pic.twitter.com/zImXgnnXFS

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 27, 2025

Emma Raducanu dominated the match from the start, securing a break in Janice Tjen's first return game. She then held her serve after saving three crucial break points, establishing a strong 3-0 lead. Raducanu's precise serving and potent groundstrokes kept Tjen off balance, preventing her from finding a rhythm throughout the set.

However, given Raducanu's strong start, she seems determined to progress to the next round.

Emma Raducanu delivered a stellar performance, never letting up the pace as she cruised past Janice Tjen. She broke twice in the second set, taking a decisive lead before serving out the match. Raducanu's impressive display featured 16 winners, eight aces, and no double faults, showcasing her skill and precision on the court.

Emma Raducanu sweeps past Tjen in exactly one hour to reach Round 3! pic.twitter.com/x8am4Ap4vS

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 27, 2025

Raducanu's Performance:

Solid Serving: Raducanu's serve was a key factor in her success, allowing her to dictate the pace of the game.

Powerful Groundstrokes: Her groundstrokes were precise and powerful, making it difficult for Tjen to counterattack.

Strong Break Advantage: Raducanu's ability to convert breaks and hold her serve solidified her lead.

Next Match:

Raducanu's next challenge will be against either Czech teenager Tereza Valentova or 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina. The match details, including the schedule and court assignment, will be announced soon. Given Raducanu's current form, she'll likely face stiff competition from either opponent.