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The Queen congratulates Emma Raducanu on US Open victory

Emma Raducanu
Posted at 4:15 PM, Sep 13, 2021
and last updated 2021-09-13 19:15:29-04

The Queen took notice of Emma Raducanu’s surprise U.S. Open victory.

Raducanu became the first British woman in nearly 50 years to win a grand slam tournament.

Immediately following her victory, Queen Elizabeth sent her congratulations.

“It is a remarkable achievement at such a young age, and is testament to your hard work and dedication,” the statement says. “ I have no doubt your outstanding performance, and that of your opponent Leylah Fernandez, will inspire the next generation of tennis players.”

Raducanu had a fairytale run in New York.

The 18-year-old had to win three matches in qualifying just to get into the tournament. She then ran through the draw, winning seven matches without losing a set.

Raducanu told the BBC that she was “honored” to get a statement from the Queen.

“I can’t believe it,” she said. “I’m maybe going to frame that letter or something.”