Friday, November 14, 2025

Raducanu plays down injury fears after tears in training

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Emma Raducanu played down injury concerns on the eve of her US Open title defence after breaking down in tears during practice.

The British No 1 twice stopped her session with Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova at Flushing Meadows on Friday.

Raducanu had her right wrist taped and appeared in discomfort before sobbing and being consoled by coach Dmitry Tursunov.

After composing herself, Raducanu returned to the court and continued to pound forehands, but shortly afterwards the session again stopped and the 11th seed headed off court with physio Will Herbert for approximately 15 minutes.

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Raducanu stunned the world to win her first Grand Slam 12 months ago

There was no further cause for alarm, with Raducanu completing the two-hour session, serving and playing points.