Emma Raducanu is on the verge of a breakthrough at the Miami Open, just one win away from reclaiming her spot as British No. 1. Already in her first WTA 1000 quarter-final, the world No. 60 is pushing for an even deeper run—her best since winning the 2021 US Open.
However, her next challenge is a daunting one: world No. 4 Jessica Pegula, a consistent force at the Miami Open with four straight quarter-final appearances.
Raducanu’s 1-6 Hard Court Record vs. Top 10
Despite her US Open success, Raducanu has historically struggled against top-10 opponents on hard courts, winning just one of seven matches (14.3%).
✅ Her one win? Just this week! Raducanu fought past world No. 10 Emma Navarro in a thrilling 7-6(6), 2-6, 7-6(3) victory.
❌ Previous Hard Court Losses:
- 2022: Pegula (Cincinnati Open) – 7-5, 6-4
- 2023: Gauff (Australian Open) – 6-3, 7-6(4)
- 2023: Swiatek (Indian Wells) – 6-3, 6-1
- 2024: Jabeur (Abu Dhabi Open) – 7-5, 6-3
- 2024: Sabalenka (Indian Wells) – 6-2, 6-4
- 2025: Swiatek (Australian Open) – 6-1, 6-0
Pegula’s Dominance on Hard Courts
- 🏆 6 of her 7 WTA titles have come on hard courts
- 🎾 13 of her 16 WTA finals have been on the surface
- 🥈 2023 WTA Finals & 2024 US Open runner-up
Pegula’s consistency puts her alongside Swiatek, Sabalenka, and Gauff as one of the best hard-court players today.
Raducanu’s Overall Record vs. Top 10 (3-8)
When factoring in all surfaces, her win rate jumps to 27.3%.
🌱 Notable Wins:
- Pegula (Eastbourne 2024, Grass) – 4-6, 7-6(6), 7-5
- Sakkari (Wimbledon 2024, Grass) – 6-2, 6-3
