Emma Raducanu injury latest: Brit needs ‘more time to heal’ as she withdraws from China Open
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Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the 2024 China Open due to a sprained ligament in her left foot, marking another setback in her injury-plagued season. Raducanu, who was initially slated to compete in the WTA 1000 event in Beijing, had high hopes for the Asian swing of the season, particularly as her mother is Chinese, and she holds personal ties to the region. However, the injury, sustained during her quarterfinal match at the Korea Open, where she retired after the first set against Daria Kasatkina, has derailed her plans once again.
This latest injury is particularly frustrating for Raducanu, as she had made a strong showing in Korea, winning back-to-back matches and improving her WTA ranking to No. 54. However, the ligament sprain requires more healing time, leading to her decision to pull out of Beijing. Raducanu expressed her disappointment but emphasized her desire to return to competition as soon as possible, citing her focus on recovery and future matches.
Injuries have been a recurring theme in Raducanu’s career since her historic win at the 2021 US Open. She has dealt with various issues, from wrist problems to ankle sprains, which have hampered her consistency and tournament participation. Her withdrawal from the China Open not only affects her ranking but also delays her opportunity to gain valuable match experience during the critical end-of-season period, where tournaments like the China Open offer significant ranking points.
Looking ahead, Raducanu’s return to form will depend on how well she recovers from this injury and whether she can regain momentum in the latter part of the season. As of now, her participation in upcoming events, including the Wuhan Open, remains uncertain.
The British tennis star’s career has been a rollercoaster since her US Open victory, and fans are eager to see her return to full fitness and consistently competing at the highest level. With proper recovery, Raducanu hopes to bounce back stronger and continue her journey on the WTA Tour.
Sources: [Independent], [Express], [Tennis.com].
