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Match Details
Fixture: Emma Raducanu vs (8) Yue Yuan
Date: September 19, 2024
Tournament: Korea Open 2024
Round: Second Round (Round of 16)
Venue: Seoul Olympic Park Tennis Center in Seoul, South Korea
Category: WTA 500
Surface: Hard court
Prize Money: $922,573
Live Telecast: USA - Tennis Channel | UK - Sky Sports | India - Tennis Channel | Canada - DAZN
Emma Raducanu vs Yue Yuan
World No. 70 Emma Raducanu will take on World No. 40 Yue Yuan in the second round of the Korea Open on Thursday (September 19).
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Raducanu is trying to reach her top potential on the women's tour. After a third-round appearance at Indian Wells, she reached the semifinals of the Nottingham Open and fourth round of the Wimbledon Championships. Desipte a spirited performance against Lulu Sun, she came up shy against the Kiwi in three sets.
The Brit entered Seoul on the back of a disappointing first-round exit in New York. She steadied the ship with a resilient performance against Peyton Stearns in the first round. Raducanu outfoxed the American in straight sets 7-6(4), 7-6(5).
Yue Yuan, meanwhile, has had a promising season so far. She's chalked up 24 wins from 45 matches, including a title-winning run at the ATX Open. She also reached the semifinals of the Hobart International and quarterfinals of the BNP Paribas Open, where she lost to Coco Gauff in straight sets.
The Chinese player entered Seoul by exiting the US Open in the first round. She started her campaign by cruising past Elena Gabriela Ruse in three sets 4-6, 6-2, 6-2. The 25-year-old is one of the favorites to make a deep run at the Korea Open.
Emma Raducanu vs Yue Yuan head-to-head
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Emma Raducanu vs Yue Yuan odds
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Emma Raducanu vs Yue Yuan prediction
Both players will be eager to impress in Seoul after a lacklustre performance in New York. While Yuan has already lifted a trophy this year, Raducanu came close to opening her account at the Nottingham Open.
The 21-year-old has raised her level this year, but is yet to make a significant statement on the tour. She likes to play an aggressive brand of tennis and is known for her potent groundstrokes off both wings.
Yuan, on the contrary, showcased her intent by defeating top players such as Zheng Qinwen and Daria Kasatkina this year. Her calm demeanor and solid all-around game can cause problems for her opponents, especially on hard courts.
Considering their recent form and results this year, a close contest will be on the cards at the Korea Open. The Chinese will be a slight favourite to come out on top due to her clinical nature, but Raducanu has the ingredients to counter Yuan's game. The player who takes their chances in the early proceedings and edges the tactical battle will have the upper hand in this bout.
Pick: Raducanu in three sets.
