Emma Raducanu reaches Queen’s Club final with straight-sets win over Iva Jovic
Emma Raducanu has reached her second WTA Tour final of 2026 after defeating American teenager Iva Jovic in straight sets at Queen’s Club on Saturday.
The British star made light work of a demanding schedule that required her to play twice in a single day.
After dispatching Kamilla Rakhimova in her delayed quarter-final, the former US Open champion returned to the grass to overpower Jovic 6-2 6-2.
Vekic denies all-British showdown
Raducanu will now face Croatia’s Donna Vekic in Sunday’s showpiece event at the HSBC Championships.
Vekic prevented a highly anticipated domestic clash by breezing past Katie Boulter in the second semi-final.
The experienced Croatian delivered a commanding performance to disappoint the home crowd and secure her progression.
Resurgence under Richardson
Victory on Sunday would secure only the second senior singles title of Raducanu’s professional career.
The 23-year-old has enjoyed a noticeable resurgence in form since reuniting with her former coach Andrew Richardson.
Lifting the trophy on the London grass would provide the perfect momentum boost ahead of the upcoming Wimbledon championships.
