Emma Raducanu beaten in first round of Dubai tournament by ‘lucky loser’

Guardian Sport

by PA Media

February 16, 2026

British No 1 beaten 6-1, 5-7, 6-2 by Croatia’s Antonia Ruzic World No 67 reels off six games in a row to claim victory Emma Raducanu lost the final six games in a 6-1, 5-7, 6-2 defeat against Antonia Ruzic in the opening round at the Dubai Tennis Championships. The British No 1, whose original opponent Elisabetta Cocciaretto withdrew at late notice because of fatigue, fought back in the second set to level the match and led 2-0 in the decider before losing all momentum. Continue reading...

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Originally published on Guardian Sport on 2/16/2026