In Tim Blanks’ vivid, emotional style: Emma Raducanu hit Indian Wells like a desert storm on March 3, 2025, her practice session a pulsing prelude to the BNP Paribas Open. At 22, the 2021 US Open champ’s racket sang—sharp forehands slicing through the dry air, her focus fierce as ever. She’s no stranger to this “Tennis Paradise,” having reached the fourth round here in 2023. This time, paired with ex-World No. 2 Tommy Haas for a warm-up, she’s chasing more than just vibes.
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