Petkovic explains why Emma Raducanu can be really dangerous

Emma Raducanu's youth and mental resilience after her US Open win give her confidence; analysts foresee her becoming formidable.

Petkovic Explains Why Emma Raducanu Can Be Really Dangerous

In a recent interview with Eurosport, a prominent tennis analyst discussed Emma Raducanu’s promising future in the sport, citing her youth and mental resilience as key factors in her success. The analyst highlighted Raducanu’s fearless attitude and her breakthrough victory at the US Open, emphasizing the significant mental advantage it provides.

“First and foremost: her youth,” the analyst stated. “If I was as young as she is, I would still believe I could do anything.”

Raducanu’s youthfulness is seen as a positive attribute, instilling a sense of fearlessness and boundless ambition in her approach to the game. The analyst noted that her age allows her to believe in her ability to achieve anything on the tennis court.

The interview continued with the analyst discussing Raducanu’s mental advantage following her US Open triumph. They highlighted the fact that Raducanu now possesses the confidence of having won a Grand Slam tournament, which eliminates any fear of success in future competitions.

“She has the advantage that she won’t be afraid of winning a tournament if she gets to the second week of a Grand Slam event or goes far in a competition again,” the analyst explained. “Simply because she has already done it once at the US Open.”

Raducanu’s unexpected success at the US Open, where she won more matches than she had previously played on the WTA Tour, was described as a “crazy situation” by the analyst. However, they expressed confidence that Raducanu will soon adjust and regain her footing in the professional tennis circuit.

“That was a crazy situation that doesn’t happen very often. I’m sure she’ll find her feet again,” the analyst remarked.

The interview concluded with the analyst predicting Raducanu’s future success in Grand Slam events, asserting that once she wins one or two matches, she will become a formidable opponent on the tour.

“Once Emma wins one or two Grand Slam matches, she’ll be really dangerous,” the analyst concluded.

As Raducanu continues to make waves in the tennis world, experts and fans alike eagerly await her next steps and anticipate her continued growth and success on the court.

Emma Raducanu in 2024

Emma Raducanu

13 - 9win/loss

Hard
5-5
Clay
4-2
Grass
4-2
21 year old
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2024 Highlights

Now the world no.302, the Brit played her last match on the 11th of March when she was defeated by world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 7-5 in the 3rd round in Indian Wells (draw).

At present, during this year Raducanu achieved a composed 5-5 win-loss record.

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