Emma Raducanu Withdraws from Hong Kong Open Due to Injury
The former US Open champion continues to struggle with a foot injury, casting doubt on her participation in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
- Emma Raducanu has pulled out of the Hong Kong Open, marking her fifth consecutive withdrawal from tournaments in Asia due to a foot injury.
- The injury, sustained during the Korea Open, has kept Raducanu from competing in significant events, including the China Open and tournaments in Wuhan, Ningbo, and Guangzhou.
- Currently ranked 55th in the world, Raducanu has faced criticism from fans for her frequent absences from the court and her drop in performance since her 2021 US Open victory.
- Despite her injury struggles, Raducanu remains hopeful of participating in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals, where Great Britain will face Germany on November 15.
- Her withdrawal from the Hong Kong Open follows a similar decision by Naomi Osaka, highlighting ongoing injury challenges faced by top players.