Emma Raducanu is set to open her Cincinnati Open 2025 campaign in the second round, where she will face Serbian talent Olga Danilovic. The highly anticipated match marks the first career meeting between the two players and promises to be a compelling clash as both look to build momentum ahead of the US Open.
Raducanu Set for Cincinnati Opener Against Danilovic
As the 30th seed at the WTA 1000 Cincinnati Open, Emma Raducanu received a first-round bye, automatically advancing her to the second round of the prestigious hard-court tournament. Her opponent, Olga Danilovic, secured her spot by winning her first-round match, setting up the maiden encounter between the British former US Open champion and the rising Serbian star. This significant match is scheduled for August 9, 2025. The Cincinnati Open serves as a crucial tune-up event for players preparing for the final Grand Slam of the year, the US Open, which begins later in August.
Who is Olga Danilovic? A Rising Serbian Talent
Olga Danilovic, born on January 23, 2001, in Belgrade, Serbia, has steadily established herself as a formidable presence on the professional tennis circuit. She is the daughter of Serbian former basketball player Predrag Danilović, and her mother, Svetlana, is a sports reporter. Danilovic began playing tennis at the age of six and is a left-handed player, with a preferred surface of hard court.
Background and Early Career
Danilovic showcased her potential early in her career, achieving a junior world ranking of No. 5 in January 2018. As a junior, she was particularly successful in doubles, winning three Grand Slam doubles titles with different partners: the 2016 French Open, 2017 Wimbledon, and 2017 US Open. These early successes hinted at her future promise on the professional tour.
Professional Breakthrough and Career Highlights
Olga Danilovic made a significant impact on the WTA Tour at a young age, becoming the first player born in the third millennium (after 2000) to win a WTA Tour singles title when she triumphed at the Moscow River Cup in 2018 as a lucky loser. She has since added another singles title, winning in Guangzhou in 2024. Her career-best singles ranking was world No. 32, achieved on July 14, 2025, and she is currently the No. 1 Serbian female singles player.
In terms of Grand Slam performance, Danilovic achieved her best result at the French Open in 2023, reaching the third round as a qualifier, and notably advanced to the fourth round of the Australian Open for the first time in 2025. Her other notable achievements include winning two WTA 125 titles, including the Open Villa de Madrid in 2023 and the Antalya Challenger in 2025, and reaching the final of the Open de Rouen in 2025.
Playing Style and Recent Form
Known for her aggressive, left-handed playing style, Danilovic has shown strong form in 2025. She won the WTA 125 Antalya Challenger and reached the final of the Rouen Open, demonstrating her prowess on hard courts. She currently holds a singles ranking of world No. 43 and has a 20-13 win-loss record for the current season. Her recent matches include a first-round victory at the Cincinnati Open, which led to her upcoming match with Raducanu.
The match between Emma Raducanu and Olga Danilovic at the Cincinnati Open is poised to be an intriguing encounter, showcasing two talented players aiming for a deep run in one of the final major tournaments before the US Open.
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