Emma Raducanu 's stunning rise in tennis has seen her land the Breakthrough of the Year award at the 2022 Laureus World Sports Awards .
She beat fellow nominees including tennis star and US Open champion Daniil Medvedev, Barcelona footballer Pedri, Olympic champions Yulimar Rojas, Neeraj Chopra and Ariarne Titmus. The world number 11 appeared in a video clip to accept the award and share her gratitude at being chosen as the winner.
Former tennis star Li Na, who was a part of the panel that chose Raducanu to be the winner, sent the teen a congratulatory message. The British number one would respond: “Wow. Thank you so much Li Na. It means a lot to get this message from you.