Emma Raducanu claims first win of 2026 at Hobart International

14 Jan 2026 • 12:29 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Emma Raducanu claimed her first victory of the new season at the Hobart International, defeating Camila Osorio.
  • The British number one won 6-3 7-6 (2) after the match was suspended due to rain on Tuesday, with Raducanu trailing 4-2 in the second set.
  • She returned to the court on Wednesday displaying sharp determination to complete the comeback win.
  • This marks Raducanu's first win since September and only her second match of the year, following a foot injury.
  • She will now face Magdalena Frech in the second round of the tournament.