Emma Raducanu vs Maria Sakkari Highlights | 2021 US Open Semifinal

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  • Qualifer Emma Raducanu takes on Maria Sakkari in the semifinals of the 2021 US Open.
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    The 2021 US Open main draw runs from August 30 - September 12 in New York City at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. The tournament takes place for the 141st time and is the fourth and final Grand Slam of the year. Dominic Thiem is the men’s singles defending champion but has withdrawn following an injury. Naomi Osaka is the women’s singles defending champion and will be aiming to claim the title for the third time in four years. Meanwhile, No. 1 seed Novak Djokovic looks to complete the calendar Grand Slam after winning the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon already this year. Should the Serbian lift the title here for the fifth time, he will also overtake Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to become the first-ever man to win 21 Grand Slam singles titles. With full capacity crowds back again, it’s time for the greatest return!
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  • @spurs7151
    @spurs7151 Před 2 lety +1407

    I know Leylah has faced tougher opponents over all but Emma has systematically dismantled every opponent she's faced and made them look ordinary when they're not at all. Will be a great final.

    • @BrandonSG13
      @BrandonSG13 Před 2 lety +135

      So hard to call
      Fernandez has beat so many great players
      But raducanu has destroyed everyone

    • @ljamesretuya
      @ljamesretuya Před 2 lety +76

      Raducanu's poise is very impressive. Against Fernandez's grit, it should call for a highly entertaining battle.

    • @VadapavIQ
      @VadapavIQ Před 2 lety +103

      Straight sets win for Emma

    • @docfrank7745
      @docfrank7745 Před 2 lety +37

      Sakkari was in-form! Looks like the birth of new Era!

    • @bts_txt27jenn63
      @bts_txt27jenn63 Před 2 lety +55

      @@BrandonSG13 EMMA have beaten LEYLAH in 2018 Wimbledon Juniors, 6-2, 6-4... 🤷‍♀️

  • @skyj7361
    @skyj7361 Před 2 lety +735

    Wow, Raducanu fought from the qualifying bracket to the main stage finals. Fernandez defeated the favorites and the big time names to head into the final. The finals is the battle of the teens, this is the finals I can proudly say that I've been most looking forward to in my life!

    • @jeffreykaufmann2867
      @jeffreykaufmann2867 Před 2 lety +4

      I think the first time two teens were in the final of a slams was Monica Seles vs Capriati at the U.S Open about 30 years ago

    • @JamesFrew1
      @JamesFrew1 Před 2 lety +21

      @@jeffreykaufmann2867 no, that was the semis in 1991. The last US Open final between teens was Hingis vs. Serena in 1999.

    • @jeffreykaufmann2867
      @jeffreykaufmann2867 Před 2 lety +6

      @@JamesFrew1 Thanks for the correction. I wasn't sure and hoped for a reply to correct me.

    • @Moose185
      @Moose185 Před 2 lety +2

      Raducanu has done great in the US open, it will be interesting to see how she handles if Fernandez wins the first set.

    • @kevinqn3221
      @kevinqn3221 Před 2 lety +3

      They have very similar backgrounds too which make it extra special.

  • @bishalkhatri1538
    @bishalkhatri1538 Před 2 lety +723

    First player ever in Men's or Women's side to reach GS final as a Qualifier and without dropping as set.
    That's insane man.

  • @johnholmes2745
    @johnholmes2745 Před 2 lety +39

    Emma achieved an A*A in her A-Levels, went on to win a major tournament, received 2.5 million dollars in the process and undoubtedly will acquire much more in endorsements. She’s just just 18. Not a bad year at all.

  • @UncleRicoOSU
    @UncleRicoOSU Před 2 lety +140

    Haven’t followed tennis in a while. Picked a great year to binge on the U.S. Open. What an incredible story for both players. Can’t wait for the final.

  • @vls3771
    @vls3771 Před 2 lety +272

    The US tennis association is very lucky to have what could be one of the most watched final matches in recent times ....Amazing

    • @onetwocue
      @onetwocue Před 2 lety +7

      I think the last time was when the Williams sisters played that 2001 final. Their first finals meeting in a gs

    • @user-bt4xf5gc5t
      @user-bt4xf5gc5t Před 2 lety +7

      you mean the WTA

  • @RespectOthers1
    @RespectOthers1 Před 2 lety +522

    So glad she didn’t get a wildcard for this tournament because she has now achieved an amazing feat nobody in history has done before.

    • @matspurs1629
      @matspurs1629 Před 2 lety +31

      maybe she will be the youngest qualifier to win the US Open, fingers crossed

    • @RespectOthers1
      @RespectOthers1 Před 2 lety +27

      @@matspurs1629 Hoping for a straight sets win to complete her impeccable record.

    • @TheTradge
      @TheTradge Před 2 lety +88

      @@matspurs1629 a qualifier has NEVER won any of the Grand Slam tournaments, in fact Emma is the first qualifier ever, male or female, to reach a GS final.

    • @CurlyViet
      @CurlyViet Před 2 lety +4

      @@TheTradge goran ivanisevic wimbledon 2001, went though qualified and won

    • @charliethomas7494
      @charliethomas7494 Před 2 lety +57

      @@CurlyViet That was a wilcard, not qualifying

  • @dyar6759
    @dyar6759 Před 2 lety +47

    Emma is probably the greatest underdog in tennis. She came here as a qualifier and from the get-go, she has been playing some extraordinary tennis. It didn’t matter if you beat the world no.1, or won an Olympic gold medal, she has come into the match knowing she has what it takes to win and she delivers. It’s unbelievable and she completely deserves her place in the final.

    • @miketols5420
      @miketols5420 Před 2 lety +1

      As Navratilova said, 'She looks like she's been here before.'

  • @JzonAzari
    @JzonAzari Před 2 lety +1935

    The first final I’ve looked forward to seeing in some time.

    • @hussainak8775
      @hussainak8775 Před 2 lety +11

      True that

    • @FruitbasedSudeshna
      @FruitbasedSudeshna Před 2 lety +13

      Exactly!!

    • @jeffreykaufmann2867
      @jeffreykaufmann2867 Před 2 lety +35

      First final in tennis history with two Biracial players.

    • @gentlemanjim480
      @gentlemanjim480 Před 2 lety +128

      Why are some people so obsessed with race? I see two brilliant young women who have had a meteoric rise, and can’t wait to see the final. Why is their racial background so important to some people?

    • @Psyaii
      @Psyaii Před 2 lety +18

      @@jeffreykaufmann2867 Cos bi-racial players make for great tennis viewing....

  • @johndeighan2495
    @johndeighan2495 Před 2 lety +219

    Love this girl. She just goes out there and believes in herself, it’s so refreshing.

    • @phunnyrao
      @phunnyrao Před 2 lety +2

      Goes out where?? 🤔

    • @vika0194
      @vika0194 Před 2 lety +6

      @@phunnyrao on the court, dumbo

    • @phunnyrao
      @phunnyrao Před 2 lety +2

      @@vika0194 - Settle Down, Stupido. Don't get excited.

    • @vika0194
      @vika0194 Před 2 lety +12

      @@phunnyrao Don’t like your own comments and stop asking dumb questions.

    • @Rosario_Verano
      @Rosario_Verano Před 2 lety +2

      So the others don't believe in themselves?

  • @TBLiov
    @TBLiov Před 2 lety +374

    Leylah vs Emma.. The most exciting and inspiring women's final for years.

    • @MrTomsimoes
      @MrTomsimoes Před 2 lety +1

      In 23 years!

    • @lolno8406
      @lolno8406 Před 2 lety +2

      why is it inspiring?

    • @poisson12376
      @poisson12376 Před 2 lety +2

      I haven’t watched much WTA since Henin, now I’m back.

    • @hejaheja5039
      @hejaheja5039 Před 2 lety +4

      @@lolno8406 Beacuse both of the participants are under 20 yo, less or non-experienced comparing to some opponents they have beaten. Yet they found the way to the final match. That can be inspiring

    • @markduckmanton4227
      @markduckmanton4227 Před 2 lety +1

      Should be exciting, excellent for tennis and women’s tennis, should inspire some youngsters!

  • @NikoLeon
    @NikoLeon Před 2 lety +332

    The sport of tennis, especially women's tennis has won incredibly. Two teenagers playing in a Grand Slam Final is crazy. Everyone looking forward to it now

    • @skevakler
      @skevakler Před 2 lety +4

      So true , we need some fresh girls to bring back golden times of WTA back. Womens tennis was at one point much more fun to watch than men's. Im talking about early 2000. When we had sooo many amazing players , Venus, Serena, Hingis, Capriati, Davenport, Mauresmo, Henin, Clijsters...

    • @lolno8406
      @lolno8406 Před 2 lety +4

      @@skevakler it was never more fun to watch than men´s tennis due to the much lower quality in women tennis. Serena Williams lost e.g. in her prime to some random ranked 300 men player without having a chance.... Matches between Nadal, Federer, Djokokic, Murray etc. over the past years all 100x more exciting to watch than any female match and had on top of that 1000000000000x more quality.

    • @skevakler
      @skevakler Před 2 lety +4

      @@lolno8406 First of all im talking about serve and voley mens tennis, second you are pointig out that Serena couldnt win against some men as an argument for what ? Djokovic and Andy turned pro in 2003. If i remember corectly and they never played like Sampras etc. Points in mens game at that time were faster , no baseline play while on womens side you could see amazing matches. Im not saying it was better and maybe for some it was more fun to watch mens tennis at that time but i think not a single person could say that womens tennis wasnt better then.

    • @jessicapicacho4576
      @jessicapicacho4576 Před 2 lety

      Yes,I have received it.

    • @NikoLeon
      @NikoLeon Před 2 lety +2

      @User 2389 yeah maybe like yourself

  • @sadie513
    @sadie513 Před 2 lety +90

    Raducanu is so impressive. Fernandez is so resilient. This will be an amazing final. Well done to both.

  • @anchitdeshpande9529
    @anchitdeshpande9529 Před 2 lety +90

    that smile in the end made me so happy
    lessgooo Emma this US Open is yours to take

  • @freebird127
    @freebird127 Před 2 lety +351

    Emma Raducanu is a natural; effortless serves, flawless forehands and backhands, smooth change of directions, quick intuitive nets; all these reminds me of young Federer, a grand champion type.

    • @BoschGuy
      @BoschGuy Před 2 lety +22

      Why compare her to Federer when there was German teenager who beat Navratilova to win her first Grand Slam? I believe she too was 18....At 13 she was the youngest player in the world to gain an international ranking...If you going to compare Emma to anyone....compare her to Steffi Graf!

    • @jeffreykaufmann2867
      @jeffreykaufmann2867 Před 2 lety +8

      @@BoschGuy Navratilova was 13 years older than Graf. Graf barely faced Navratilova in her Prime

    • @BoschGuy
      @BoschGuy Před 2 lety +3

      @@jeffreykaufmann2867 And yet Graf went on to win 22 Grand Slams vs Navratilovas 18 but that wasn’t the Point I was trying to make, i.e if Graf was better than Navratilova and vice versa... the trajectory of Emmas path at the beginning is similar to Graf’s and I hope she continues to hit those career highs and re-write history... so why compare her to male tennis legend? When the woman’s game has Steffi.

    • @maka3230
      @maka3230 Před 2 lety +3

      @@BoschGuy grafa was trash compare to monica. She set the attack up on monica so she can win slams.

    • @balandr2544
      @balandr2544 Před 2 lety +2

      Not like fed but like Boris becker.

  • @zireael5756
    @zireael5756 Před 2 lety +35

    Raducanu's movement on court and even off court reminds me of Li Na. She's very quick, has perfect footwork and her shots are beautiful, both, from forehand and backhand.

    • @keetengtan9627
      @keetengtan9627 Před 2 lety +2

      Exactly. She reminds me of Li Na.

    • @jackward9901
      @jackward9901 Před 2 lety +5

      @@keetengtan9627 She said Li Na is her idol, so it makes sense. She has more natural talent than Li Na imo, if she matches her work ethic, she will win many, many titles.

  • @booyah2u296
    @booyah2u296 Před 2 lety +371

    Dang. No matter who wins between Raducanu and Hernandez, both players lives have changed instantly. And they both made it to the final in style, beating seasoned players. Is it the changing of the guard, or is it a one off? Well, Raducanu did very well at Wimbledon, so no surprises here. Played with their hearts.

    • @ok-sx7uo
      @ok-sx7uo Před 2 lety +16

      Fernandez*

    • @willybeama1
      @willybeama1 Před 2 lety +21

      Man, I don’t know. I’m so unfamiliar with these players. Based on tonight Raducanu is a machine. I predict straight sets from her but Leylah’s returns are downright beastly. Still, Radicanu is just cold blooded. Super smart shot selection and just doesn’t miss. Literally like a powered Hingis. She makes it look easy. I think she will win for sure. Hi

    • @jeffreykaufmann2867
      @jeffreykaufmann2867 Před 2 lety +12

      @@willybeama1 She's also 5ft.9 which is around the ideal height for a female tennis player. She hits a little harder than Fernandez and her defense should be better with her longer reach. Being a lefty will help Fernandez.

    • @Andrew-cp7mc
      @Andrew-cp7mc Před 2 lety +5

      The fact that Fernandez had the tougher draw all the way to the final gives Raducanu an advantage; Fernandez was displaying some fatigue in the 3rd set against Sabalenka and clearly running on adrenaline. Will she have enough reserve in the tank if the final goes to a 3rd set. But being a leftie may give some advantage too.

    • @edlibrada1657
      @edlibrada1657 Před 2 lety +4

      both are exiting , beautiful , young and full of promises and both are born in canada.

  • @Mix1Pancake
    @Mix1Pancake Před 2 lety +520

    What Emma Raducanu just did is insane.
    She has not lost a set this entire tournament.
    She is the first qualifier ever to make it to the final.
    She is just 18 years old.

    • @BTCE-HariprasathA
      @BTCE-HariprasathA Před 2 lety

      Evan Fernandez is 18🙄

    • @3atennis933
      @3atennis933 Před 2 lety +30

      Just turned 19 few days ago.
      But anyway still a youngster.

    • @jongjongquenano3198
      @jongjongquenano3198 Před 2 lety +20

      The first qualifier who reached a Major finals in history. If she wins it, thats more insane. Phenomenal matchup in tennis, perhaps

    • @georgekottaram
      @georgekottaram Před 2 lety +1

      She became 19 few days back!

    • @awsetyo1797
      @awsetyo1797 Před 2 lety +6

      @@3atennis933 oh no, she is stolill 18... Leylah fernandes is 19 a day ago

  • @SSR3010
    @SSR3010 Před 2 lety +91

    Emma’s ability to save breakpoints has been amazing, one of the reasons she hasn’t dropped a set yet.
    She’s on a roll and I hope Leylah take her to the distance. Excited for an amazing final between two dreamy stories.

    • @Ironsmiler
      @Ironsmiler Před 2 lety +5

      Agreed. Her returning has rightly been getting hyped (it was ridiculous today - lest we forget Sakkari didn't face a break point against Pliskova), but her serving on clutch / break points has been absolutely outstanding. So important, for confidence, momentum, and obviously the score!

    • @adrianrichards
      @adrianrichards Před 2 lety

      Shes stoic most young players would stumble after blowing 40 -0 break points two times in one set.... she didnt . Very poised and confidant

    • @piotrwolski6650
      @piotrwolski6650 Před 2 lety

      Hope on....

  • @nate1593
    @nate1593 Před 2 lety +33

    If you wanted to understand what "in the zone" meant, this is it.
    The precision and confidence on display is wonderful to watch.

  • @beemac79
    @beemac79 Před 2 lety +42

    The only time in my life I've probably looked forward to a women's final over a men's :)

  • @williamh7
    @williamh7 Před 2 lety +105

    YES! We will have a quiet final I love it. No ridiculous grunts and screaming.

    • @dhanyrafael
      @dhanyrafael Před 2 lety +1

      I like screaming... of joy. 😊👍

    • @samali108
      @samali108 Před 2 lety +1

      No Howlers like Sharaprova!

    • @cmartin_ok
      @cmartin_ok Před 2 lety

      The players may have been quiet but the crowd certainly wasn't !

  • @nikolaandjelkovic9430
    @nikolaandjelkovic9430 Před 2 lety +107

    What Emma Raducanu is doing is unreal. Clean up to the finals, without any problems, impressive. The future best in the world.

    • @iloper
      @iloper Před 2 lety

      I thought it would be IGA...

    • @zuzannawitczak3038
      @zuzannawitczak3038 Před 2 lety +3

      @@iloperand you are right, that was the first year when Iga was on tour for 100% and she made some wrong choices this year but she will back stronger, its always hard after such a huge success

    • @julienorth8222
      @julienorth8222 Před 2 lety

      Yes,I am still interested.

    • @nikolaandjelkovic9430
      @nikolaandjelkovic9430 Před 2 lety +3

      @@iloper Emma Raducanu has a really amazing return. She managed to play aggressively and deeply, without risking continuity. I think that is a huge plus for the future. I believe that she will be in the top WTA list for a long time, even 1st in the world, and not just a miracle for 1 GS or a miracle for 1 year.

    • @iloper
      @iloper Před 2 lety +2

      @@nikolaandjelkovic9430 i agree. If she plays like this she has the win guaranteed

  • @paulcoffield2102
    @paulcoffield2102 Před 2 lety +14

    There's something about this girl that I see, that i don't see in most of the other top players on the women's tour. That ability to remain calm under intense pressure and scrutiny and execute. How many times has dug herself out of a hole this tournament when 0-30 or 15-40 down? At least a dozen times. That's a Champions mentality that you can't coach or teach somebody. She'll be a multiple GS-winner for sure.
    You can't teach what she has to the likes of Svitolina, Pliskova, Sabalenka etc. She just has "it".

    • @aofg
      @aofg Před 2 lety

      @Fazzy Kahn Bianca was injured for most part of the last two years. She played very little.

    • @wonderlandian8465
      @wonderlandian8465 Před 2 lety

      Excuse me , what intense pressure and scrutiny did Emma face? She was the underdog of underdogs and she faced literally 0 scrutiny , she was praised the entire time.

  • @ParekhitB
    @ParekhitB Před 2 lety +28

    Before this match started I thought Sakkari will overpower Emma but what a match and what a win! Sakkari was on defense most of the time. Such a refreshing promising player! There is nothing but a great future for her.

    • @Darwinek
      @Darwinek Před 2 lety +4

      The semifinals proved that having muscles like a man (Sakkari, Sabalenka) is not that important in women's tennis.

    • @Jean-jw4hw
      @Jean-jw4hw Před 8 měsíci

      hello again, year after still thinking there's nothing but great future ? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @ParekhitB
      @ParekhitB Před 8 měsíci

      @@Jean-jw4hw 😂😂😂 nah! Not anymore.

  • @rajkrishnamurthy3090
    @rajkrishnamurthy3090 Před 2 lety +15

    Raducanu vs Fernandez going to be fireworks! Rest of all just watch their game don't try to win every match take rest!! Their power, shot making skill, fearless, coolness and most importantly no grunting!

  • @craigbrewster6977
    @craigbrewster6977 Před 2 lety +18

    Words don't do the performance justice. Britain is proud of you 🇬🇧🇬🇧

    • @eduardjoita1651
      @eduardjoita1651 Před 2 lety

      Shes romaniannnn tooooo not just britishhh she has romaniann nameee

    • @SM-ce1uy
      @SM-ce1uy Před 2 lety

      @Fckin Zyzz Brah she has a British passport

  • @fatwp6345
    @fatwp6345 Před 2 lety +69

    I can dig this final. So much more exciting than watching a Barty vs Pliskova type final

    • @FloridaIndependent
      @FloridaIndependent Před 2 lety +7

      Exactly. These teenagers have positive personality to watch. They project awesomeness.

    • @PQV-8898
      @PQV-8898 Před 2 lety +2

      Yeah I'm also so sick of seeing all those old guards.

    • @tracyback5930
      @tracyback5930 Před 2 lety

      @@FloridaIndependent yes it’s

    • @justrobin1234
      @justrobin1234 Před 2 lety

      @@FloridaIndependent I hope it doesn't fade as they get older and under more pressure with more awareness of loss/failure.

  • @pratikshetty14
    @pratikshetty14 Před 2 lety +17

    first time i am looking forward to women's final more than men's!!!

  • @paulshrew
    @paulshrew Před 2 lety +3

    so refreshing to see 2 humble teens playing with a smile and being respectful to the opponent they've just beat, rogers, Bencic and Sakkari all saying they didn't turn up, a coincidence or just bad losers, cmon give credit to Emma, you were all beaten by a better player! I switched off Womens tennis after a growing trend of smashing racquets and tantrums on court... Really looking forward to the final, Emma and Leylah are both winners whatever the result.

  • @andreabryan9710
    @andreabryan9710 Před 2 lety +3

    These teenagers are so refreshing to watch. I love their graciousness at the end of each win.

  • @divboo6284
    @divboo6284 Před 2 lety +71

    I must admit the US Open is very interesting this year thanks to Leylah and Emma.
    Both coming from nowhere and now at the top of a big slam.
    Impressive.

    • @edlibrada1657
      @edlibrada1657 Před 2 lety

      both coming from nowhere and both were born in canada.

    • @KeithHiew
      @KeithHiew Před 2 lety +2

      Meanwhile on the men’s side, we all know who’s gonna win.

    • @divboo6284
      @divboo6284 Před 2 lety +2

      @@edlibrada1657 Both left Canada as well lol Just their birth country.

    • @arhangelmihail2673
      @arhangelmihail2673 Před 2 lety

      And were disapered like the donk in a fog

    • @julienorth8222
      @julienorth8222 Před 2 lety

      Yes,I am still interested.

  • @muralis158
    @muralis158 Před 2 lety +12

    150 ranking vs 73 ranking wow🔥🔥🔥
    Fantastic performance from both, eagerly waiting to see final ❤️

  • @Ace-ig3mj
    @Ace-ig3mj Před 2 lety +80

    Emma has the Djoko return on lock. I was thinking she would have a hard time with Sakkari's serve but she returned each serve like it was nothing.

    • @Ironsmiler
      @Ironsmiler Před 2 lety +15

      Exactly what I was thinking. Return after return at the servers feet on the baseline. Reminded me of Djokovic too.

    • @Jooolian
      @Jooolian Před 2 lety +15

      And she's learned how to "slide" during this tournament

    • @NoOne-le2jv
      @NoOne-le2jv Před 2 lety +13

      @@Jooolian That's one of the scarry things for her opponents. She's played less than 15 matches on the main WTA tour in her entire career so she's not even started learning yet. At the moment it seems like she picks up something in a match and then adds that to her box of tools. I know this is a kind of contradiction but like any world class player she seems to be playing one shot at a time while thinking 2 shots ahead.

    • @janefuller4351
      @janefuller4351 Před 2 lety +10

      Her return is her best attribute..you picks up serve as it it was nothing...Emma in straight set for me

    • @julienorth8222
      @julienorth8222 Před 2 lety

      Yes,I am still interested.

  • @TrippyPepper
    @TrippyPepper Před 2 lety +402

    So impressive!

  • @lexden1
    @lexden1 Před 2 lety +5

    Her return is so strong too.....what a delight to watch

  • @mosamqhayi6729
    @mosamqhayi6729 Před 2 lety +173

    This is so refreshing. Thanks to the teenagers for bringing the much needed excitement and positivity to tennis. May the best woman win.
    Ps. I like how they keep asking Emma about Leylah and she keeps telling them that comparison is the thief of happiness and that she's on her own journey focusing on what she can control.

    • @kampayod
      @kampayod Před 2 lety +20

      "Comparison is the thief of happiness"....Yep!

    • @deusexmachina9776
      @deusexmachina9776 Před 2 lety +10

      Lol what? Teens have been winning slams for 3 years now. Nothing refreshing here? The only thing refreshing will be seeing a consistent played on tour

    • @mosamqhayi6729
      @mosamqhayi6729 Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, but it's two teens in a slam final. Ash Barty has been pretty consistent.

    • @mizofan
      @mizofan Před 2 lety +2

      @@deusexmachina9776 When was the last time 2 teens were in the final, and one of them as a qualifier? And her personality is refreshing too.

    • @adrianrichards
      @adrianrichards Před 2 lety +5

      she handled this annoying questions perfectly...

  • @SpindarellaMotloung
    @SpindarellaMotloung Před 2 lety +55

    It’s safe to say we have a winner🙆🏾‍♀️🔥

    • @FFab-DD68
      @FFab-DD68 Před 2 lety

      Let's wait until after match point of the final before pronouncing a winner. Leylah appears to be extremely hungry and locked in a winning mentality zone right now.

    • @SpindarellaMotloung
      @SpindarellaMotloung Před 2 lety +1

      @@FFab-DD68 That is true, and Leyla had a tough draw in my opinion.

    • @ezmoney25
      @ezmoney25 Před 2 lety

      @@SpindarellaMotloung absolutely

  • @borislee2920
    @borislee2920 Před 2 lety +11

    Really hope people stop saying she got the easier draw, because its an insult to her opponents as competitors and athletes. Shes had her own journey and shes had a great tournament. I'll be rooting for her to win the whole thing.

  • @do_mii1314
    @do_mii1314 Před 2 lety +4

    Raducanu reminds me a bit of Kerber. Always fighting for every single ball. Incredible

  • @MoorishBrooklyn
    @MoorishBrooklyn Před 2 lety +6

    Had to watch the long version of this match. It was spectacular. What a battle. Raducanu can for sure hold her own against any of her opponents. Amazing win.

  • @HoangLe-cv9jh
    @HoangLe-cv9jh Před 2 lety +24

    Well deserving win for Emma. I am rooting for Emma in the Final. She's got all it takes for the title.

  • @hugofilipevidallopes3183
    @hugofilipevidallopes3183 Před 2 lety +4

    Im so sad for Sakkari, 2 semi final almost straight and she loses to emma that made probably her best match of the tournament. She was returning with so much power on tough serves by Sakkari and hitting the ball so well placed it was incredible! Im a huge huge fan of Sakkari but Emma totally deserves to be in the final, altough im rooting for Leylah if Raducanu wins im not mad at all. One day a grand slam will be yours Maria, we loved your fight in every game you played 💙

    • @mariovision9412
      @mariovision9412 Před 2 lety +1

      Yeah it seems that every player play their top best tennis when playing against the Greeks Maria or Stefanos! Hopefully both Tsitsipas & Sakkari will win a GS in the future! 🙏

  • @LD-bv1pm
    @LD-bv1pm Před 2 lety +2

    She avoids the flashy winning shots as they open up the court if she gets them wrong. Returns central and deep, plays the percentage shots, technically brilliant and wears the opponent down. Fun to watch how ruthlessly she executes.

  • @stuartstevenson5341
    @stuartstevenson5341 Před 2 lety +6

    amazing, but I suspect raducanu has the higher tennis I.Q. Fernandez stayed consistent and skillful v sbalenka, but raducanu has adapted to her opponentsgame so quickly.Should be epic.

  • @katlegondaba1101
    @katlegondaba1101 Před 2 lety +6

    U got to feel for these older players to always come this close and not getting through. Well done young ones.

  • @alvarobajanavalarezo8239
    @alvarobajanavalarezo8239 Před 2 lety +5

    Fernández and Raducanu have broken all the odds in the women's team this year.

  • @miaash3870
    @miaash3870 Před 2 lety +22

    Emma has done brilliantly in both her A-Levels and on the court!
    WELL DONE EMMA!

  • @ver7igoz
    @ver7igoz Před 2 lety +24

    Emma Raducanu is the perfect combination between Simona Halep and Li Na.

    • @stevephillips6309
      @stevephillips6309 Před 2 lety

      Makes sense that - they are 2 of Emma's favourite players and of course she has a Romanian dad and Chinese mother.

  • @ljamesretuya
    @ljamesretuya Před 2 lety +47

    Emma is totally gorgeous! All the best to both teens in the final!

  • @rituparnamarik3185
    @rituparnamarik3185 Před 2 lety +2

    Sakkari is a great athlete but Emma is on another level..she's quick and her shots are impeccable

    • @mariovision9412
      @mariovision9412 Před 2 lety

      I'm Greek but i honestly have to admit that Maria isn't top player (at least for now) At her best peak she is a top10-15-20 player and that's it.

  • @josephc6773
    @josephc6773 Před 2 lety +4

    Come on Emma, bring the title home for Great Britain.

  • @davidbarnett4246
    @davidbarnett4246 Před 2 lety +7

    I have been watching tennis for 55 years i am 60. I have never seen 2 young ladies play with some much heart and will to win as these 2. The only 2 close where seles and Jennifer capriadi. Serena and venus where more powerful than the other women playing. These 2 very slight small skinny girls are amazing. 2 not afraid young beast. I hope it is an amazing finals. Raducanu looks more impressive but that leyhla never gives up.

  • @paulogilvie6762
    @paulogilvie6762 Před 2 lety +33

    What an amazing story. So much composure for someone so young and relatively inexperienced. What an inspiration for children (esp girls) in the UK and around the world!

  • @pim4798
    @pim4798 Před 2 lety +1

    ...and lovely to hear she doesn't scream with every shot. She puts that lost energy into her shots and it showed in the power of her shots. Great play and well done Emma!!

  • @KH-sn2sj
    @KH-sn2sj Před 2 lety +5

    I'm shocked really. Surely I thought Maria with that booming serve would prevail. Emma made her look very pedestrian with her scorching returns & smooth strokes!

  • @rfrnproductions8413
    @rfrnproductions8413 Před 2 lety +46

    Unbelievable. Just unbelievable.

  • @TheTesemeau
    @TheTesemeau Před 2 lety +6

    Congratulations to an inspirational, modest and deserving super athlete!

  • @RealSurvival1970
    @RealSurvival1970 Před 2 lety

    To jest to czego brakowało mi w tym roku u Igi, dojścia do siatki i elastyczna gra z głową... brawo Emma !

  • @telquel7843
    @telquel7843 Před 2 lety +2

    This US Open continues to be one of the most exciting I've watched in ages. It really feels like a major transitional moment in both men's and women's tennis. Lots of young talent breaking through. Going to be a really great year.

  • @dorothygilmartin7770
    @dorothygilmartin7770 Před 2 lety +6

    Just to see the joy of playing sports again! Forget grunting, analyses, money, status, rankings. The joy of sport.. Yay!

  • @marstonrobert
    @marstonrobert Před 2 lety +11

    Emma is a freak of nature hard work and dedication 2 teenagers in a US Open final!!!!!

  • @angelaweedon3193
    @angelaweedon3193 Před 2 lety +1

    I live in England but no TV reception. It was a treat to see a bit of it on you tube tonight, so thanks for that.

  • @elaustraliano
    @elaustraliano Před 2 lety +4

    A few rounds back I said that it could end up being a Fernandez/Raducanu final - I'm glad that came true! These two are great for women's tennis.

  • @mrhakz330
    @mrhakz330 Před 2 lety +7

    Never thought I’d witness a tournament more entertaining from the WTA compared to the ATP. Hats off to the women’s game 😀

  • @scottread
    @scottread Před 2 lety +26

    Emma's certainly the story of this year's tournament. Such a lovely person.
    Should be a great final!

  • @aemiliadelroba4022
    @aemiliadelroba4022 Před 2 lety +4

    Wow 🤩
    This year US open is awesome 👏
    Congratulations to both teens .
    Canada 🇨🇦 and Britain 🇬🇧 …

  • @roastnut
    @roastnut Před 2 lety +42

    This is the first time I've watched one of Raducanu's full matches. She makes everything look so easy and the other opponent ordinary. I keep thinking, this next opponent will test her and then she just blows past them. Her backhand is amazing, as is her return of serve. Now we have a dream final. Can't decide who I want to win!

    • @assigu602
      @assigu602 Před 2 lety +5

      "She makes everything look so easy and the other opponent ordinary" - Federer?
      "Her backhand is amazing, as is her return of serve" - Djokovic?
      )))))
      Nole + Federer

    • @Ironsmiler
      @Ironsmiler Před 2 lety +5

      Same here. I've been saying to my friends "ah, but the next round is the acid test for Radunanu!" since Round One!! However, as a Brit, hoping Emma can finish an incredible job. She has only played TWELVE matches on the senior tour!

    • @roastnut
      @roastnut Před 2 lety +1

      @@Ironsmiler Yeah, she's really something special, what is unfolding is extraordinary - one of the best grand slams in a long time.

    • @julienorth8222
      @julienorth8222 Před 2 lety

      Yes,I am still interested.

    • @lowerbills4683
      @lowerbills4683 Před 2 lety

      nice to hear from you.

  • @marcelredplanet3765
    @marcelredplanet3765 Před 2 lety +8

    "Impressive" is an understatement....wow. Just WOW!

  • @aleksandrafilipovic758
    @aleksandrafilipovic758 Před 2 lety +3

    Again and again, outcomes of WTA tournaments are absolutely unpredictable, huuge congratulations to both young ladies, looking forward to this Final, can't choose between two of them, both soo brilliant and lovable..

  • @ramadeanchannel5597
    @ramadeanchannel5597 Před 2 lety +3

    Raducanu is timing every shot 💉 so perfectly.

  • @VadapavIQ
    @VadapavIQ Před 2 lety +48

    She haven't dropped any set but most importantly destroyed and dominated every opponent

    • @NoOne-le2jv
      @NoOne-le2jv Před 2 lety +4

      She seems to gets under her opponents skin before they've even stepped on court so even when she's a break down early on the opponent is already is tightening up since they know it might be their only chance of the match.

  • @raphaelugo6695
    @raphaelugo6695 Před 2 lety +9

    Nahhh....Emma’s backhand is on a different level....that’s the secret to her game...she’s gonna go far with that backhand like djokovic

  • @HWOLO
    @HWOLO Před 2 lety +20

    Incredibly, Emma Raducanu has won 9 straight consecutive matches and 18 consecutive sets at the US Open to reach the final, without dropping a single set.
    In the qualifiers, she won 6-1 6-2 in the first match, 6-3 7-5 in the second, and 6-1 6-4 in the third to qualify for the US Open Main Draw.
    From there, it has been nothing short of incredible, with her winning:
    6-2 6-3 in the 1st round against S. Vogele,
    6-2 6-4 in the 2nd round against Zhang,
    6-0 6-1 in the 3rd round against S. Sorribes Tormo,
    6-2 6-1 in the Round of 16 against Rogers,
    6-3 6-4 in the Quarters against No.11 seed Bencic, and now
    6-1 6-4 in the Semis against No.17 seed Sakkari.
    What's next for the final?

    • @kieran1990able
      @kieran1990able Před 2 lety +3

      Another 2 setter win lol

    • @lexismith8206
      @lexismith8206 Před 2 lety +7

      @@kieran1990able Yep. Emma DEFEATED Leylah 6-2 6-4 during a 2018 Wimbledon Juniors match.

  • @ManjitSingh-wh3ny
    @ManjitSingh-wh3ny Před 2 lety +2

    The GREATEST EVER sporting achievement by a British sportstar in my lifetime, absolutely phenomenal, well done.

  • @lesandres23
    @lesandres23 Před 2 lety +4

    She will win! She has extraordinary defense and precise offensive

  • @poisson12376
    @poisson12376 Před 2 lety +6

    She’s my new favorite since Henin!!

  • @PokeDonfan
    @PokeDonfan Před 2 lety +5

    The most remarkable British sporting story of the year. 18 years of age, had to go through qualifying and has stormed to the final without dropping a set! Simply amazing 🥲

    • @jamescornick8739
      @jamescornick8739 Před 2 lety

      Born in Canada .

    • @darrenlamb5640
      @darrenlamb5640 Před 2 lety +2

      @Fckin Zyzz Brah did the romanian tennis association train and produce her? Does she sound romanian! Romanian has literally played no part at all in her success. My mother is polish but i have never felt anything other than entirely British. I know nothing of poland... never lived there and the country means nothing to me. All it is to me is a place my mother left behind. Just like emmas father left romania behind. He clearly had bigger and better plans for his life.

  • @user-dq3ll7nb7y
    @user-dq3ll7nb7y Před 2 lety +3

    How beautifully everything is painted by the organizers of the tournament! Two girls in the final. The spectacle of this tournament was beautifully organized, a beautiful setting!

  • @alephbeta4090
    @alephbeta4090 Před 2 lety +17

    Best US open in recent memory. I foresee a great Emma-Leylah rivalry in the making

  • @lexismith8206
    @lexismith8206 Před 2 lety +58

    Both Emma and Leylah were born in Canada. 🇨🇦 Emma defeated Leylah 6-2 6-4 during a 2018 Wimbledon Juniors Match. Best of luck to them both in the Finals! ❤

    • @3atennis933
      @3atennis933 Před 2 lety

      Yes yes! So literally two inborn canadian gals going to face off

    • @KJ_2020
      @KJ_2020 Před 2 lety +26

      The secret of being a top British sports star is don't be born there 🤣

    • @spurs7151
      @spurs7151 Před 2 lety +13

      You can have Rusedski back but you're not claiming Emma. You couldn't sound and act anymore English than she does.

    • @aminullah2277
      @aminullah2277 Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks for the info 👍

    • @aminullah2277
      @aminullah2277 Před 2 lety +1

      @@KJ_2020 lol 😂😂😂,, but I think its true 🤭🤭

  • @ademargabuya359
    @ademargabuya359 Před 2 lety +13

    It was walk in the park for Emma. Congratulations and wish you luck for the finals!

  • @parampreetsingh16
    @parampreetsingh16 Před 2 lety +5

    2 unseeded teens cruising all the way to the final, Insane !! Never seen something like that since a loonnggg time

  • @todortodorov3470
    @todortodorov3470 Před 2 lety +5

    What a story! Unbelievable:)) Finally the finesse and elegance is back in WTA! if she can win it without dropping any set will be at least the story of the year for sure! Looking forward for the final, both of the finalists deserve the title though:)

  • @justdev8965
    @justdev8965 Před 2 lety +5

    Raducanu will trash Fernandez. Their games are no where near the same level.
    Raducanu reminds you of Seles. She takes the ball so early and she is fearless on her groundstrokes.

  • @z1az285
    @z1az285 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow, so pumped for the final. Absolutely incredible achievement by both ladies. Respect to both 🙏👏👏👏💥

  • @syedhussain2477
    @syedhussain2477 Před 2 lety

    Wt I like most about radancanu is her humbleness I fink this will take her a long way in the long term too, we need to realise wt a massive gem we gt ere and treat her well, especially the media

  • @joestasitunes
    @joestasitunes Před 2 lety +1

    What on earth Emma Raducanu!? She had a brilliant run at Wimbledon but I did not expect a final in only the proceeding grand slam. You're doing us Brits proud! 👏👏

  • @williambunter3311
    @williambunter3311 Před 2 lety +3

    Emma's smile is enough to brighten the day!

  • @quinley7877
    @quinley7877 Před 2 lety +68

    Yes she’s from the qualifiers but what blows my mind even further is that she hasn’t dropped a set 😳.

    • @atrogamer5376
      @atrogamer5376 Před 2 lety +4

      Even more impressive....she hasn't even been taken to a tie break in the main tournament .

  • @vyhoang4663
    @vyhoang4663 Před 2 lety

    The great final ahead. New faces, both of them are young, energetic and have very nice smiles :) root for 2, they both deserve a GS.

  • @thanos2101
    @thanos2101 Před 2 lety

    Both Emma and Leyla are amazing young tennis stars that will each win many Slams in the future. So happy that they are both in the final!!

  • @minhluu7208
    @minhluu7208 Před 2 lety +11

    It’s hard to ignore the similarities between Raducanu and Djokovic. Insanely aggressive deep returns on the baseline, excellent movement and court sense, using the backhand long-line as a weapon and to turn defense to office. What a talent…

    • @landonlowe4029
      @landonlowe4029 Před 2 lety +1

      The quality of defense and the ability to keep points alive too🤯

    • @mysticpond23
      @mysticpond23 Před 2 lety +2

      she's way too precise with the backhand

    • @landonlowe4029
      @landonlowe4029 Před 2 lety

      @@mysticpond23 I don’t get it though Sakarri kept giving her the backhand shot like yeah Sakarri hits hard but it’s almost like she was hoping Emma’s backhand was going to collapse in terms of efficacy at some points

    • @landonlowe4029
      @landonlowe4029 Před 2 lety

      Maybe I’m not giving enough credit to Emma for getting the shots she wants but Sakarri instead of making Emma win with the forehand seemed to try and overpower Emma’s backhand(Emma’s backhand being more dangerous due to placement than power) which didn’t work and she had no plan B

    • @pavelclaudiopatino419
      @pavelclaudiopatino419 Před 2 lety +1

      Except that Raducanu is composed, stoic, while Djokovic is a insane maniac, crying baby, emotional train wreck, nasty, agressive with the public and very unlikeable, behaving like a little girl while Emma behaves like an Amazon. Other than that you are right.

  • @4kmovierecaps538
    @4kmovierecaps538 Před 2 lety +28

    Leylah=baby nadal = stamina,mental strength,spinning shot
    Raducanu =baby federer = cute,classy backhand,beautiful forehand,wise decision making,quiet precision gameplay
    See u guys in final between baby nadal vs baby federer

  • @harkeb
    @harkeb Před 2 lety +3

    She's amazing! Let's hope she and Fernandez bring the stability and the great rivalry that woman tennis crave for.

  • @BrotherTree1
    @BrotherTree1 Před 2 lety +1

    What a dominant display all fortnight long. She's taking out her first slam if she keeps this up. What an insanely mindblowing story and she's only 18. And she's already a champion, not only just potential... and the scary part is that her potential can be even higher

  • @piotrwolski6650
    @piotrwolski6650 Před 2 lety +6

    Sakkari was furious at herself after the handshake. Hahaha.

  • @NPak-cw1ny
    @NPak-cw1ny Před 2 lety +4

    What an awesome road to the finals, congrats Emma.

  • @harryg3639
    @harryg3639 Před 2 lety

    They're both young and both fearless so could go either way , they have both been a joy to watch ... playing with smiles

  • @John-gv2ug
    @John-gv2ug Před 2 lety +2

    What a treat we have in store. Two composed, fearless, talented young players. I hope it is three tie break sets. What a shame there can be only one winner. If we are fortunate this could be the beginning of a long and fascinating rivalry, which could also include Iga Swiatek and Bianca Andreescu.