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Emma Raducanu Secures Olympics Spot After Nottingham Victory

Raducanu overcomes officiating challenges to win her first grass-court match in nearly two years, boosting her Olympic qualification hopes.

  • Raducanu defeated Japan's Ena Shibahara 6-1, 6-4 at the Nottingham Open, marking her first grass-court win in 713 days.
  • Her performance at the Nottingham Open and previous tournaments has helped her qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • Raducanu expressed frustration with the officiating, citing missed calls due to the lack of Hawk-Eye technology.
  • Despite officiating issues, Raducanu's victory reflects her resilience and determination to return to top form.
  • She will continue her grass-court season with a second-round match against Ukraine's Daria Snigur.
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