Emma Raducanu vs Ena Shibahara Preview & Prediction | 2025 US Open | First Round
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Champion at Flushing Meadows back in 2021, Emma Raducanu is looking to continue what has been her best year of tennis since that memorable triumph with a deep run in this year’s competition.
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Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York, USA
Surface: Outdoor hard
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Emma Raducanu vs Ena Shibahara prediction
Emma Raducanu’s incredible run to the US Open title without dropping a set in 2021 was one of the most unexpected and thrilling achievements seen in the world of tennis. The British number one has failed to replicate those levels since with injuries having consistently hampered her progress. But 2025 has seen Raducanu really bounce back and prove her undoubted ability with a number of deep tournament runs.
She faces qualifier Ena Shibahara, an American born Japanese player who reached the second round of the singles event last year despite being known for being a doubles specialist. The two players faced off in Nottingham last year on grass, with Raducanu coming out on top in straight sets, dropping just five games overall.
Raducanu’s resurgent year could reach its peak at Queens when taking into account her history at the tournament and how well she plays on the hard court. Back the Brit to get the better of Shibahara in two sets.
Emma Raducanu vs Ena Shibahara tip: Emma Raducanu to win 2-0
