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Emma Raducanu Reflects on Wimbledon Withdrawal as French Open Begins

The tennis star regrets pulling out of a mixed doubles match with Andy Murray last year and is navigating coaching uncertainties ahead of the grass-court season.

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Overview

  • Emma Raducanu has expressed lingering regret over her decision to withdraw from a mixed doubles match with Andy Murray at Wimbledon 2024, citing a sore wrist.
  • Raducanu hopes to seek Murray's advice in the future, acknowledging his experience in navigating similar pressures in his career.
  • Andy Murray, now a free agent after leaving Novak Djokovic's coaching team, could potentially take on new coaching opportunities, though Raducanu has not considered him for her team.
  • Raducanu's current coaching arrangement with Mark Petchey is set to end after the grass-court season, with his availability during the French Open limited due to broadcasting commitments.
  • The 2021 US Open champion credits Petchey with helping her become more self-sufficient on the court, a skill she continues to develop as she prepares for her first-round match at Roland Garros.