Emma Raducanu won her Queen's opener, defeating Russian qualifier Anna Blinkova in straight sets, 6-1 6-2.
She expressed her intention to play into her 30s but doubts she will follow in Serena Williams' footsteps.

What happened at Queen's?

Raducanu, 23, dropped just three games in the process, allowing Blinkova six points across the entire first set.

Why it matters for Emma Raducanu

The British number one has previously stated she would like to play into her 30s, despite her run of injuries and indifferent form.

Raducanu was delighted to begin her Queen's campaign with such a comprehensive victory.
She said: "I think it was a really good stepping stone."

What comes next for Raducanu?

Speaking ahead of the tournament, Raducanu was asked if she could see herself playing on for another 20 years.
She said: "I personally don't."

The 2021 US Open champion has a lot of respect for anyone who comes back and keeps playing for the duration.
She added: "I think it's an amazing thing."

Raducanu's victory at Queen's marked a strong start to her grass court season.
She wrapped up the match in one hour, despite a stronger second-set challenge from Blinkova.

The British star was impressed with her performance, saying: "I really enjoyed it."
She wants to take forward her positive mindset and performance into all of her matches.

Raducanu's long-term goal is to play into her 30s, but she is focused on the present.
She is taking it one match at a time, aiming to make the most of her time on the court.

Serena Williams, who recently made her comeback, is an inspiration to Raducanu.
Williams and her 19-year-old Canadian doubles partner, Victoria Mboko, secured a 7-6 (2) 6-2 first-round win at the HSBC Championships at Queen's.

Raducanu's admiration for Williams is clear, and she hopes to follow in her footsteps to some extent.
However, she is aware that every player's journey is unique, and she will focus on her own path.

The future is bright for Raducanu, and she is excited to see what it holds.
For now, she is focused on her next match and making the most of her time on the court.

On 2022, Raducanu said: "I feel like if I set out with a goal when I'm starting to play tennis, I achieve that, like, once I'm happy, it kind of makes sense to finish on a high."
She wants to be in the game as long as possible and is taking it one step at a time.

Raducanu's determination and passion for tennis are evident, and she will continue to work hard to achieve her goals.
Her victory at Queen's is just the beginning of her journey, and she is excited to see what the future holds.

The British number one is ready for her next challenge, and she will face it head-on.
With her positive mindset and strong performance, Raducanu is a force to be reckoned with in the tennis world.