What was billed as a marquee showdown between two Major champions turned into a one-sided statement as Elena Rybakina dismantled Emma Raducanu 6-1 6-2 in just over an hour, reminding the field why she remains one of the most dangerous players on faster surfaces.

From the start, Rybakina’s serve and flat groundstrokes set the tone. She broke Raducanu in the opening game and never looked back, piling on the pressure with relentless depth and precision. The 2022 Wimbledon champion struck 23 winners to Raducanu’s eight, exposing the Briton’s defensive court position and inconsistent serve.

Raducanu Outpaced, Rybakina in Command

Raducanu, who entered the match encouraged by her first two round wins, struggled to find rhythm against the Kazakhstani’s pace. Each attempt to extend rallies was m

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