January 11th 2025.
Emma Raducanu is gearing up for her first match at the 2025 Australian Open, and it's a big one. She will be facing off against 26th-seed Ekaterina Alexandrova, a tough opponent that she has never played against before. This is a new challenge for the British tennis star, who is currently unseeded at the tournament.
Leading up to her first match, Raducanu has had to overcome a few obstacles. She recently revealed that she had been bitten by ants, causing her hand and ankle to swell up. And before that, she had to deal with a back injury that forced her to withdraw from a previous tournament. But despite these setbacks, Raducanu is determined to give it her all on the court.
Boris Becker, a well-known tennis legend, has stated that Raducanu no longer has a "fear factor" heading into her first match at the Australian Open. However, Raducanu is confident that she can prove him wrong and show the world what she's made of in her match against Alexandrova.
So when exactly will Raducanu be playing her first match? It's scheduled for Tuesday, January 14, which is the third day of the tournament. The specific time will be announced the day before, and it will depend on the length of other matches taking place on the same court. The Australian Open typically begins at 12am UK time on outside courts and 1am on show courts, with night sessions starting at 8am UK time.
This will be the first time that Raducanu and Alexandrova face each other on the WTA Tour. They were supposed to play at Wimbledon in 2024, but Alexandrova had to withdraw due to illness. So this will be a new and exciting challenge for both players.
In terms of betting odds, Sky Bet currently has Raducanu as the favorite to win, with odds of 8/13. However, the odds are always subject to change. If she does win, Raducanu will face either María Lourdes Carlé or Amanda Anisimova in the second round.
Overall, there's a lot of anticipation and excitement surrounding Raducanu's first match at the Australian Open. She may be unseeded, but she's determined to make a name for herself and show the world what she's capable of. And with her talent and determination, she's sure to put up a good fight against Alexandrova.
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