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Impressive Raducanu beats Kasatkina in Strasbourg

Emma Raducanu produced an encouraging display to reach the second round in Strasbourg as she continued to build momentum before the French Open.

The British number two, who accepted a late wildcard for the tournament, was in fine form in a 6-1 6-3 win over world number 17 Daria Kasatkina.

World number 43 Raducanu had not won a set in three previous meetings with Kasatkina but the inconsistent Australian failed to win a single service game.

Raducanu will face American Danielle Collins in the last 16 as she continues her preparations for the French Open, which begins on Sunday.