Emma Raducanu has dropped a double break in the first set of her Queen's final showdown with Donna Vekic. The British star finds herself in an early hole as Vekic seized control with two service breaks in the opening set. Live coverage shows Raducanu struggling to contain her opponent's aggressive play and regain momentum in what was expected to be a tight final.

Vekic's strong start puts immediate pressure on Raducanu to mount a comeback. Falling behind by two breaks in a set makes recovery difficult, especially against an opponent playing with confidence. The Croatian has taken advantage of her opportunities, converting the break points efficiently while Raducanu's serve has let her down at crucial moments.

This final represents an important opportunity for both players to claim a grass-court title. Raducanu entered as the home favorite following her breakthrough US Open win, while Vekic seeks to add another trophy to her collection. The early deficit gives Vekic a clear path toward victory if she can maintain her level.

Raducanu must win the next three games to level the set, a tall order against quality opposition. The live nature of the match means momentum could shift quickly, but the double break gap provides Vekic with a significant advantage heading into the latter stages of the opening set.