Emma Raducanu looks to emulate Rafael Nadal 'fight and energy' after Wimbledon first-round win

Emma Raducanu revealed that her Wimbledon first-round victory over Alison Van Uytvanck was at least partly-inspired by Rafael Nadal. The Brit overcame her Belgian opponent 6-4 6-4 on Centre Court and showed up to her post-match press conference wearing a training jersey branded with Nadal’s personal ‘raging bull’ logo. Ad/> Asked about her choice of clothing, the 19-year-old explained that the 22-time Grand Slam winner’s fighting spirit is a motivating factor for her and something she aims to replicate in her own game.

WimbledonSchett ‘very impressed’ with Raducanu’s first-round win at Wimbledon12 HOURS AGO «I think Rafa just embodies fight, that sort of energy,» said Raducanu. «That's what I'm bringing in. I think that I have had a tough year, it's no secret.

It is all worth it just to go out on Centre Court and get a win like that. »I definitely am very happy to be here. All the lessons I've taken from the last year will only hold me in good stead for the future." Schett ‘very impressed’ with Raducanu’s first-round win at Wimbledon Raducanu delights home fans with straight-sets opening victory at Wimbledon Raducanu made her Grand Slam debut at Wimbledon last year, reaching the fourth round before being forced to retire with breathing difficulties.

The teenager bounced back to make history by winning the US Open just months later. Despite an injury-interrupted start to 2022, Raducanu hopes her lack of preparation does not hinder her chances of success at SW19. “I didn't play tennis for two weeks, then this week I've hit like an hour a day,” she said.

“My preparation wasn't necessarily the greatest. «But I know that when it comes to the matches, I feel like I really switch on. I don't feel like I need a massive amount of