Emma Raducanu loses Queen's final to Donna Vekic, trophy wait continues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 2:46 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Emma Raducanu fell short against Donna Vekic in the Queen's final on June 14, losing 6-0, 7-6 (8-6). Raducanu, ranked 42nd, struggled with a leg issue which contributed to her slow start, dropping the first set quickly. Despite a strong comeback in the second set, she ultimately failed to convert her chances, dropping the championship decision after fighting off multiple match points. This defeat marks Raducanu's continued search for her second title since her 2021 US Open victory.
- •Raducanu lost 6-0, 7-6 (8-6) to Vekic in the Queen's final.
- •This was Raducanu's third tour-level final, having won the US Open in 2021.
- •Vekic was a lucky loser in the tournament, taking her opportunity to win the title.
- •Raducanu faced issues with her leg, affecting her performance.
- •The loss means Raducanu continues her wait for a second career title.
- 2:46 PMYahoo Sports — Raducanu loses Queen's final as trophy wait continues
- 2:41 PMBBC Sport — Raducanu loses Queen's final as trophy wait continues
"Emma Raducanu pays the price for a slow start as she loses in the Queen's final - meaning the Briton still has not won a title since the 2021 US Open.
"Emma Raducanu pays the price for a slow start as she loses in the Queen's final - meaning the Briton still has not won a title since the 2021 US Open.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 2:46 PMRaducanu loses Queen's final as trophy wait continues
Emma Raducanu pays the price for a slow start as she loses in the Queen's final - meaning the Briton still has not won a title since the 2021 US Open.
- BBC SportJun 14, 2026, 2:41 PMRaducanu loses Queen's final as trophy wait continues
Emma Raducanu pays the price for a slow start as she loses in the Queen's final - meaning the Briton still has not won a title since the 2021 US Open.
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