Paula Badosa lauded Emma Raducanu for pushing her all the way in a three-set encounter at the Washington Open. (Medal Table | Schedule & Results | Full Coverage)
Washington Open: Paula Badosa Hails Emma Raducanu After Three-set Thriller
The Spaniard needed two hours and 45 minutes to overcome the 2021 US Open champion and reach her first semi-final of the season
Emma Raducanu slipped out of the Washington Open
Emma Raducanu slipped out of the Washington Open
Badosa, the world number 62, ended Raducanu's promising run in the American capital with a 4-6 7-5 6-4 triumph on Friday.
The Spaniard needed two hours and 45 minutes to overcome the 2021 US Open champion and reach her first semi-final of the season.
"She was playing amazing, honestly," Badosa said after meeting Raducanu for the first time.
"She took me to the limit in all the phases; physically, mentally, tennis-wise. I knew I had to play very aggressive.
"In the beginning, I was missing a little bit so I had to adjust. She was also making me miss. She's very, very fast. I never played her, so it's the first time I experienced her.
"I was surprised how smart she is on court and I like the way she plays."
Badosa will next face Caroline Dolehide, who beat?Amanda Anisimova in straight sets.
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