Wimbledon run has 'fuelled the fire' - Raducanu

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Britain's Emma Raducanu says an encouraging Wimbledon run has "fuelled the fire" to continue her upward trajectory over the rest of the season.

Raducanu, 21, was beaten 6-2 5-7 6-2 by New Zealand qualifier Lulu Sun in the fourth round on Sunday.

It was a disappointing exit after a series of dominant performances had heightened excitement at the All England Club.

But, having reached the fourth round of a major for the first time since winning the 2021 US Open, Raducanu reflected positively on the past week.

"I feel good about things going forwards. I feel optimistic," said Raducanu, who is set to move back inside the world's top 100 next week.

"As bitter as it is to take, I think [this…