Britain's Emma Raducanu delights home fans with opening victory over Alison van Uytvanck at Wimbledon 2022

Britain's Emma Raducanu thrilled the home fans on Monday as she secured a comfortable opening victory over Alison van Uytvanck at Wimbledon 2022. The 10th seed produced some stunning tennis as she battled her way past Van Uytvanck with relative ease, 6-4 6-4, on Centre Court.

Ad/> The Belgium threw everything she could at Raducanu, but the US Open champion had too much when it mattered and won the crucial points she needed to remain in control. WimbledonRaducanu will feel 'excitement and pressure' ahead of Wimbledon opener — Schett11 HOURS AGO Early nerves had been anticipated, but the 19-year-old's victory was an impressive one as she clinched her spot in the second round in style.

Remarkably, given the fact that she has already won a Grand Slam, this was Raducanu's debut on Centre Court — and the fans certainly enjoyed the moment. «It’s an incredibly special feeling to come back here to Wimbledon,» Raducanu said as the crowd cheered in her post-match interview.

«The minute I walked out of those doors, walking around the grounds, it’s all worth the tough times to play on Centre Court and to come through with a win. /> Raducanu will feel 'excitement and pressure' at Wimbledon — Schett 'He's still the favourite' — Robson 'not worried at all' about Djokovic 'Horrible when you see that' — GB's Burrage helps unwell ball kid, gives him sweets »Alison is an extremely tricky opponent, she has had some great results on grass in the last few weeks.

I played her last summer, and especially on the grass courts when the ball stays so low, it’s tricky to neutralise such a great and flat serve, and she hits the ball really hard. «I’m extremely pleased to come through that match and I’m looking forward to coming out again.” »I’ve been