Emma Raducanu has become the first British woman in 44 years to win a Grand Slam women’s singles title.

The 18-year-old overpowered Leylah Fernandez, a 19-year-old from Canada – winning 6-4 6-3 in the US Open final.

It is an extraordinary achievement for Raducanu who didn’t drop a set during the entire tournament.

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