Emma Raducanu wins US Open
British teenager claims first Grand Slam title
Makes history as first qualifier to win a major
Emma Raducanu has made history by becoming the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam title, after defeating Leylah Fernandez in straight sets in the US Open final. The 18-year-old British player completed a remarkable run through the tournament, which saw her win 10 matches without dropping a set.
In Saturday's final, Raducanu faced fellow teenager Fernandez, who had also enjoyed a stunning run to the final. However, it was Raducanu who proved too strong, winning the match 6-4, 6-3.
Raducanu's victory is a major upset, as she was ranked 150th in the world before the start of the tournament. She is now expected to rise to the top 50 in the rankings.
Raducanu's victory is a historic moment for British tennis. She is the first British woman to win a Grand Slam singles title since Virginia Wade in 1977.
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