Emma Raducanu came from behind to beat American Ann Li in the first round of the Eastbourne Open on Tuesday and held back tears after a hard-fought victory.

Emma Raducanu fought back tears after resuming her Wimbledon preparations by battling back from a set down to beat American Ann Li in the first round of the Eastbourne Open. Amid blustery conditions, the British number one, who missed last week's Berlin Open as she managed a back problem, triumphed 6-7 (5) 6-3 6-1.

Emma Raducanu fought back the tears after claiming a hard-fought victory over American Ann Li in the opening round at Eastbourne.