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Raducanu Fails to Convert Match Points in China Open Upset
29 Sep
Summary
- Emma Raducanu loses to Jessica Pegula in 3 sets
- Barbora Krejcikova and Paula Badosa retire due to injuries
- Coco Gauff and Amanda Anisimova advance to 4th round
As the China Open, part of the WTA 1000 series, progresses, the tournament has witnessed several notable events. On September 29th, 2025, Emma Raducanu once again struggled to close out a match, losing to American Jessica Pegula in three sets after failing to convert match points.
Meanwhile, two other high-profile players, Barbora Krejcikova and Paula Badosa, were forced to retire from their third-round matches due to injury concerns. Badosa was making her first appearance on the main tour since Wimbledon.
Despite these setbacks, the tournament is heating up, with several exciting matchups scheduled for September 30th. Coco Gauff will take on Belinda Bencic, while Amanda Anisimova faces Karolina Muchova. Jasmine Paolini and McCartney Kessler are also set to compete in the fourth round.
The China Open has already provided plenty of drama and surprises, and the action is expected to continue as the tournament progresses towards the quarterfinals.
