Raducanu makes winning start to grass-court season

Emma Raducanu made a winning start to her grass-court season at Queen's Club on June 9, 2026, defeating Russian qualifier Anna Blinkova 6-0 6-3 in straight sets. The British number one, who had been sidelined for more than two months with a post-viral illness, described the victory as a 'really good stepping stone' for her Wimbledon preparations. It was Raducanu's first win since March 6, when she beat Anastasia Zakharova in the Indian Wells first round.