Emma Raducanu back to winning ways in first match since Australian Open exit

Emma Raducanu got back to winning ways in her first match since the Australian Open with victory over Marie Bouzkova in Abu Dhabi.

The British star was handed a wildcard to compete at the WTA 500 event and faced a tough opener when she was drawn to face world No.36 Bouzkova.

But Raducanu battled past her Czech opponent 6-4 6-1 to set up a mouth-watering battle with Wimbledon runner-up Ons Jabeur in the second round.

Raducanu only returned to WTA Tour action in January following nine months ruled out with injury and subsequent surgery.