Emma Raducanu Faces Career-Worst Losing Streak After Qatar Open Exit

The former US Open champion's first-round loss to Ekaterina Alexandrova marks her fourth consecutive defeat and raises questions about her form and future.

Emma Raducanu suffered her fourth consecutive loss after a 6-3, 7-5 defeat to Ekaterina Alexandrova in the first round of the Qatar Open.
This marks the longest losing streak of Raducanu's career, following early exits in Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and a third-round loss at the Australian Open.
Raducanu, currently ranked No. 60, has struggled with confidence, tactical consistency, and an unreliable serve since the departure of her coach Nick Cavaday due to health reasons.
Criticism has mounted over Raducanu's reliance on wildcard entries, with fans and analysts questioning whether this approach hinders her ability to rebuild confidence through lower-tier tournaments.
At just 22 years old, the 2021 US Open champion continues to face scrutiny over her performance, with some fans speculating about her long-term future in professional tennis.