Emma Raducanu is set to return to the court for her second-round match at the Australian Open, where she will face Anastasia Potapova. The British No. 1 advanced past Mananchaya Sawangkaew with a solid performance, winning 6-4, 6-1 in the opening round of the Grand Slam event held in Melbourne.
At just 23 years old, Raducanu aims to surpass her previous best performance at the Australian Open, which saw her reach the third round. With ambitions to progress even further in the tournament, Raducanu’s focus is now on the Russian-born Austrian talent Potapova. The match will take place in the evening session on Wednesday, January 21, starting at approximately 5:30 AM UK time (6:30 PM AEDT). As this is the third match of the evening, start times may vary depending on the duration of preceding matches.
Fans eager to watch can catch the action on TNT Sports 1 and 2, or stream online via Discovery+ or the TNT Sports app. Highlights will also be available shortly after the match on Eurosport and TNT Sport’s YouTube channels.
This upcoming clash marks the first encounter between Raducanu and Potapova on the WTA tour. While Raducanu aims to build on her first-round success, Potapova comes into the match with momentum, having staged a comeback to defeat Suzan Lamens with scores of 3-6, 7-5, 6-2.
As the tournament progresses, Raducanu’s resilience and talent continue to shine, and her supporters are hopeful for a deep run in the Australian Open, showcasing her growth and potential on the international stage.