Emma Raducanu Advances to Third Round at Indian Wells

Raducanu secures her first back-to-back wins of 2024, moving into the last 32 after opponent Dayana Yastremska retires due to a stomach issue.

Emma Raducanu recorded her first back-to-back wins of 2024 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, advancing to the third round.
Dayana Yastremska retired from their second-round match, citing a stomach problem, with Raducanu leading 4-0 in the first set.
Raducanu is likely to face Australian Open champion and No. 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka in the next round.
The victory ensures Raducanu remains inside the world top 300, with her ranking at No. 287 in the WTA rankings.
Raducanu's performance at Indian Wells marks a positive turn following struggles with form and fitness since winning the US Open in 2021.