Raducanu overcomes injury to reach Queen's semis

Emma Raducanu advanced to the Queen's Club Championships semi-finals on June 21, 2024, by defeating Kamilla Rakhimova in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5. The victory came despite Raducanu experiencing an ankle injury scare during the match, which she managed to overcome. She will now face the top seed, Iga Świątek, in the semi-finals. Raducanu's progression marks a significant achievement, as she becomes the first British woman to reach the semi-finals at Queen's since 2019. Fellow Briton Katie Boulter also secured her place in the semi-finals, setting up a potential all-British final if both players win their respective matches. Boulter defeated her opponent in a closely contested match, demonstrating strong form throughout the tournament. The tournament has seen several upsets, with some of the top seeds being eliminated earlier in the week.