"Incredibly special feeling to be back" - Raducanu after opening round win at Wimbledon

Emma Raducanu mader her return to Wimbledon and she took down the always tricky Alison Van Uytvanck in straigh sets 6-4 6-4.

The Belgian won 12 matches leading up to Wimbledon with Raducanu not even playing a full one. It did not matter much as the British phenom proved too consistent for her oppeonnt. She said:

“It’s an incredibly special feeling to be back. I felt the support the minute I walked out. I want to say thank you to everyone who has supported me through the last year including the tough times."

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Raducanu further added:

"It’s all worth it to come through with a win. I know Alison’s an extremely tricky opponent. On grass where the ball stays so low it’s tricky to neutralise her great serve – she hits the ball really hard. I’m extremely pleased and looking forward to coming out in front of you guys again."

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