Emma Raducanu experienced a tough outing in her first final since 2021, suffering a heavy loss to Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea. Despite having some encouraging moments earlier in the week and showing signs of regaining form after a disappointing last performance at the Australian Open, Raducanu appeared weary and struggled throughout the match. Her inability to maintain stamina was evident, especially as she fell behind quickly in the first set.

The match took a worrying turn when a doctor was summoned to check Raducanu's blood pressure only at the first changeover of the second set, indicating that her condition might have played a factor in her performance. As the match progressed, Raducanu could muster only one additional game, which was her only service hold, before ultimately succumbing to a double fault that sealed her defeat. The scoreline of 6-0, 6-2 was a stark reminder of the challenges she faces in her career as she seeks to add to her single trophy.

This defeat raises questions about Raducanu's fitness and ability to compete at this level, especially given the physical demands of finals. The performance suggests that significant improvements are needed in her stamina to become a more competitive player. Moving forward, it remains uncertain how she will address these issues as she looks to regain her form and confidence in future tournaments, highlighting the ongoing challenges young athletes face in maintaining peak performance.