The 2021 US Open turned out to be one of the more exciting tennis tournaments of the calendar year -- thanks to an infusion of youth. Britain's Emma Raducano stole the show, becoming the first British woman to win the tournament in 53 years.
Her victory got her special messages from The Royal Family -- including Queen Elizabeth II..
The Queen has sent a message to @EmmaRaducanu to congratulate her on the "remarkable achievement" of winning the #USOpen pic.twitter.com/2noGHRm7DZ
— Lizzie Robinson (@LizzieITV) September 11, 2021
'I have no doubt your outstanding performance, and that of your opponent Leylah Fernandez, will inspire the next generation of tennis players.'
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 11, 2021
Read The Queen's message to @EmmaRaducanu in full: https://t.co/m5lxaH7kKi pic.twitter.com/aFSaCisDC0
Huge congratulations @EmmaRaducanu on your stunning performances and historic Grand Slam victory! Incredible -we are all so proud of you. @LeylahFernandez well done on your amazing achievements at this year's #USOpen, it's been a pleasure to watch. C
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) September 11, 2021
Louis Tomlinson, who is a part of the band One Direction, also offered his support.
Unbelievable! What a way to finish. @EmmaRaducanu
— Louis Tomlinson (@Louis_Tomlinson) September 11, 2021
It wasn't an easy match, as Canada's Leylah Fernandez gave everything she had but fell just short. The two teenagers' performance in the final...
Read Full Story: https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/32186450/raducano-us-open-finals-win-elicited-major-social-media-support-including-queen-elizabeth-ii
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