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Emma Raducanu dominates Anastasia Zakharova in straight sets to kickstart campaign at Indian Wells
- Raducanu wins in straight sets to start her Indian Wells campaign, taking the first set 6-1 and the second 6-3 against Anastasia Zakharova.
- Raducanu opened with a 3-0 lead in the first set and never relinquished control, securing the opener 6-1.
- Raducanu extended her lead with a double break in the second set before Zakharova's solitary resistance, finishing 6-3.
- Raducanu credited improved preparation and form after reuniting with coach Mark Petchey for Indian Wells.
- Raducanu discussed her split from Francis Roig and focus on mental wellbeing affecting performance.
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- Raducanu's form comes after Dubai first-round loss and Qatar illness withdrawal, influencing expectations for Indian Wells.
- Raducanu expressed satisfaction with her on-court performance and improvement beyond previous form.
- Zakharova challenged Raducanu in the second set but could not halt the British player's momentum.
- Raducanu's triumph secures a spot in the Indian Wells third round.
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