In a recent interview with Laura Robson for Amazon Prime Video, Emma Raducanu discussed her ongoing recovery from multiple surgeries and her determination to return to professional tennis. The 2021 US Open champion has faced a challenging journey over the past 18 months, battling injuries that required surgery on her ankle and both wrists earlier this year. Raducanu acknowledged the slow and repetitive nature of the recovery process but remains steadfast in her focus on the long-term goals.
During her time off the court, Raducanu delved into various off-court pursuits, including reading, painting, and learning to play the piano, enriching her life beyond tennis. She has recently taken tentative steps back onto the tennis court, training with fellow British player Kyle Edmund, and has found the experience of being back on the court to be a motivating factor in her recovery.
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While Raducanu does not have a specific return date in mind, she hopes to make her comeback in 2024. She believes that her time away from the game has allowed her to develop both physically and mentally, and she is determined to show a different, more resilient athlete when she does return to professional tennis.
“I feel like mentally I’m in a better place to compete now”@EmmaRaducanu sits down with @LauraRobson5 to discuss her rehab journey and tennis future 🎾💠pic.twitter.com/gBiw7aCgRX
— Amazon Prime Video Sport (@primevideosport) November 3, 2023
Her commitment to her recovery and her off-court pursuits showcases her unwavering passion for the sport and her determination to overcome the challenges she has faced. Tennis fans eagerly anticipate her triumphant return.
Emma Raducanu in 2023
WLWWLWWLLW At the moment ranked no.283, the Brit played her last match on the 18th of April when she capitulated to world no.13 Jelena Ostapenko 6-2 6-1 in the 1st round in Stuttgart (draw).
This season Raducanu has a composed 5-5 match record.
