Raducanu Seeks Consistency at WTA Singapore Tennis Open

SINGAPORE, Singapore — Emma Raducanu, fresh off a third-round appearance at the Australian Open, aims to build momentum as she competes in the WTA Singapore Tennis Open this week. The British star, who faced a tough loss to Iga Swiatek in Melbourne, is determined to find consistency in her game as she navigates a challenging schedule.

Monday’s lineup at the Singapore Tennis Open features a highly anticipated match between two rising 20-year-old talents, Dominika Salkova and Erika Andreeva. Both players are looking to make their mark on the tour, with Salkova coming off a strong qualifying performance and Andreeva seeking to capitalize on her main draw experience.

In other matches, Bernarda Pera, who started the season strong with a solid qualifying run in Auckland, faces a critical test after a disappointing exit at the Australian Open. Pera, known for her adaptability on hard courts, is favored to rebound against Camila Osorio, whom she defeated last year at Indian Wells.

Meanwhile, Sijia Wei and Mananchaya Sawangkaew will renew their rivalry in a matchup that has become a staple of ITF tournaments. Wei holds a 3-0 head-to-head advantage, but Sawangkaew hopes to turn the tide in Singapore’s indoor conditions.

Raducanu’s campaign in Singapore is seen as a pivotal moment in her career. Despite mixed results in 2024, her victories over Ekaterina Alexandrova and Amanda Anisimova at the Australian Open showcased her potential. “It’s clear there’s still potential left in the Brit, and it’s time for her to find consistency without going out at the first hurdle,” said a WTA analyst.

Top seed Anna Kalinskaya also begins her Singapore campaign on Monday against Caroline Dolehide. Kalinskaya, who has shown flashes of brilliance on the tour, will look to establish herself as a contender in the early stages of the tournament.

As the action unfolds, all eyes will be on Raducanu and the next generation of tennis stars as they battle for supremacy in Singapore.