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Emma Raducanu Withdraws From December U.S. Exhibitions as Jessica Pegula Steps In

A minor right‑foot bruise prompts a precautionary shift to a Barcelona pre‑season under coach Francisco Roig with new physio Emma Stewart.

Overview

  • Tournament organisers confirmed her withdrawal due to light bone bruising in the right foot, with the issue described as minor.
  • Raducanu is still practising and plans a pre‑season training block in Barcelona led by Francisco Roig, with Emma Stewart overseeing strength and conditioning.
  • The exhibitions were scheduled for December 7 at Newark’s Prudential Center and December 8 at Miami’s loanDepot park.
  • Pegula replaces Raducanu to face Amanda Anisimova at both stops and will team with Carlos Alcaraz for a 10‑point mixed doubles tiebreak in Miami against Anisimova and Joao Fonseca.
  • She remains slated to represent Great Britain at the United Cup and is positioned to be seeded at the Australian Open after ending her 2025 season early.