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Emma Raducanu Withdraws From December U.S. Exhibitions With Minor Foot Bruise

She prioritizes a Barcelona pre-season under coach Francisco Roig to start 2026 fit.

Overview

  • Event promoters confirmed Jessica Pegula will replace Raducanu for exhibitions in Newark and Miami on December 7–8.
  • Raducanu is dealing with light bone bruising in her right foot, but she can practice and is expected to proceed to Spain for training.
  • Her pre-season will be overseen by coach Francisco Roig, and she has added physiotherapist Emma Stewart to her team.
  • Reports suggest skipping the exhibitions will forgo substantial appearance fees, with estimates pointing to a six-figure loss.
  • She is slated to represent Great Britain at the United Cup in early January and, as world No. 29, is on course for an Australian Open seeding.