Mon May 12 14:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Raducanu Fights Back to Reach Italian Open Fourth Round
**Rome, Italy** – Emma Raducanu overcame a shaky start to defeat Veronika Kudermetova 5-7, 6-0, 6-1 in the third round of the Italian Open, setting up a highly anticipated clash with Coco Gauff. Raducanu, despite serving for the first set, lost three consecutive games before a remarkable turnaround saw her win eight games in a row. The British player praised her resilience, highlighting the recovery from the first set as significant progress.
The match was a rollercoaster. After Raducanu initially took control, Kudermetova fought back to win the first set. However, a noticeable shift in momentum occurred, with Kudermetova’s game faltering while Raducanu’s improved movement and powerful forehands dominated. A medical timeout for Kudermetova did little to stem the tide, as Raducanu swiftly secured the final two sets.
Raducanu expressed excitement about facing Gauff, another former US Open champion, in the fourth round, viewing the match as a valuable test. She acknowledged Gauff’s fighting spirit but expressed confidence in her current form and progress on clay. Raducanu’s performance marked a significant improvement from her previous first-round exit at the Italian Open.
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