Key Takeaways
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Emma Raducanu skips the US Open 2026 due to a lower leg stress fracture.
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The LTA shares footage of her practicing serves in Switzerland while wearing a protective boot.
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The injury also forced her withdrawal from Wimbledon, continuing a difficult season.
Training despite injury
On August 3, 2026, the LTA released video footage of Emma Raducanu practicing serves on a clay court in Switzerland. The clip shows her moving and hitting balls while wearing a protective boot on her right leg, signaling the early stages of rehabilitation. The scenic outdoor setting highlighted her determination to stay active despite the setback.
US Open withdrawal confirmed
The same day, reports confirmed that Raducanu will miss the US Open. The stress fracture in her lower leg had already forced her out of Wimbledon, marking another major interruption in her 2026 campaign. Her absence from Flushing Meadows continues a pattern of fitness struggles that have limited her appearances this season.
A challenging year
Raducanu’s season has been defined by repeated injury concerns. After a promising start to her career, 2026 has brought more frustration than success. The protective boot and solo training sessions underline the long recovery process ahead. Fans will now look to see whether she can return in time for the later stages of the hard‑court season or prepare for a fresh start in 2027.
❤️🩹 @EmmaRaducanu putting in the work while recovering pic.twitter.com/HLfhFs6h0c
— LTA (@the_LTA) August 3, 2026
Emma Raducanu in 2026
Currently ranked no.49, Emma played her last contest on the 14th of June when she was overcome by world no.35 Donna Vekic 6-0 7-6(6) in the final in London (draw).
At present, during this year the Brit has a composed 11-10 match record. Emma Raducanu’s most significant achievement of this year was reaching the semifinal in Napoca and London.
