this is bbc news. the headlines — emma raducanu makes history at the us open, beating leylah fernandez to become the first british woman to win a grand slam singles final in 44 years. the queen is among those congratulating the teenager following her stunning victory in new york, just months after finishing her a—levels. to have a note from her, i was extremely honoured and very grateful that she took notice of my tennis. i can't believe it, i'm maybe going to frame that letter or something. the uk's health secretary says the government will not introduce vaccine passports in england, ahead of plans to protect the nhs from rising covid cases this winter. we have looked at it properly, and while we should keep it in reserve as a potential option, lam pleased to say we will not be going ahead with plans for vaccine passports.