Emma Raducanu found a perfect rhythm and flow in her second-round match, producing a performance of effortless grace to defeat Janice Tjen 6-2, 6-1. The British star moved with a serene confidence, her game clicking in a way that made the difficult look simple.
From the fluid motion of her serve to the smooth swing of her groundstrokes, everything was in sync. She glided across the baseline, always in position, and seemed to have an extra moment to hit every ball. This seamless rhythm made her tennis both beautiful to watch and devastatingly effective.
This state of “flow” is what all athletes strive for, where instinct takes over and performance becomes automatic. Raducanu was clearly in this zone, playing with a freedom and creativity that Tjen could not disrupt. Her ability to find this state on a big stage is a testament to her talent and current mindset.
While she has shown her power and aggression, this victory highlighted her grace and timing. It was a reminder that Raducanu’s game is not just about brute force but also about a natural, fluid athleticism. When she finds this rhythm, she is a joy to watch and a nightmare to play against.