Emma Raducanu demands removal of crying child from stadium during tense match with umpire in close loss to Aryna Sabalenka

Emma Raducanu asked for a crying child to be removed from the stadium as she narrowly lost to world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at the Cincinnati Open. Sabalenka won 7-6 (6-2), 4-6, 7-6 (7-5) in a tense match where Raducanu was distracted by the child's cries during a crucial stage.

Raducanu paused her serve and informed the umpire about the distraction, leading to a brief exchange where the umpire asked if the child should be ejected. Some fans supported Raducanu's request, and the umpire decided to continue the match for the moment.

Despite the interruption, Raducanu held serve to tie the set at 4-4 but eventually lost the set and the match. Her new coach, Francisco Roig, provided support and tactical guidance throughout the match, helping Raducanu stay competitive against the top-ranked opponent.

Raducanu displayed resilience in the scorching conditions, managing to break Sabalenka's serve and take the lead at 6-5. Despite Sabalenka's strong performance, Raducanu fought back and won the second set with an ace, marking a significant achievement against the defending champion.

The match was fiercely contested, with both players showcasing their skills and determination. Raducanu's performance, supported by her coach's guidance, impressed the tennis world and highlighted her potential for future success.