Donna Vekic defeated Emma Raducanu 6-0, 7-6 (8-6) in the Queen's Club final on June 14, 2026, to claim her fifth career title and first since 2023 [1, 2]. Vekic entered the main draw as a lucky loser after a qualifying defeat and Marta Kostyuk’s withdrawal [1].
Raducanu, ranked 42nd in the world and hampered by a leg issue, reached the final without dropping a set and showed improved movement and freedom on grass courts ahead of Wimbledon [1, 3]. Despite saving four championship points in the second set, Raducanu eventually lost to Vekic on the fifth match point [1]. Raducanu acknowledged, "Donna played superbly from start to finish" and said, "What a week - it's been an incredible week for me to reach the final" [1]. She added, "Right now it obviously really stings, so I'm just going to try and let myself feel it today - but try and get over it pretty quick" [3].
Vekic was ranked either 72nd or 76th according to different reports but was noted for her experience and skill on grass courts [1, 2]. Her victory ended a three-year title drought, with her previous title coming at the 2023 Monterrey Open [2]. Raducanu’s ranking points from Queen’s will push her close to the top 30 and could secure her seeding at Wimbledon [1].
Raducanu highlighted her progress on grass, saying, "I think I'm playing pretty freely, pretty aggressively, but finding the right balance. I've been returning well, serving pretty well. It's important on grass" [3]. The tournament final marked a key preparation step for both players ahead of the Grand Slam at Wimbledon next week.
