Historic Triumph: Lulu Sun Advances to Wimbledon Quarterfinals Lulu Sun has etched her name into Wimbledon history with a remarkable 6-2, 5-7, 6-2 victory over Emma Raducanu in the fourth round, securing a place in the quarterfinals. This achievement marks the first time a New Zealander has competed in a singles match on Centre Court since Chris Lewis in 1983, and Sun is the first Kiwi woman to reach the singles quarterfinal at Wimbledon. Sun's journey to the quarterfinals has captivated tennis fans worldwide. After a stellar start, breaking Raducanu twice to silence the crowd, Sun maintained her composure despite a brief resurgence from her opponent. The match saw intense rallies and critical moments, particularly in the second set, where Raducanu managed to break Sun at 5-6, forcing a decider. The tension peaked in the final set when Raducanu suffered an injury, but she continued to fight, displaying remarkable resilience. Nevertheless, Sun's unwavering determination and sk...
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