Emma Raducanu is thrilled to be back on home soil as she prepares for the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club, marking a significant moment in her grass-court season. The British star, who has had a strong year on the surface, is eager to make an impact at the prestigious London venue.
Speaking at her press conference, Raducanu expressed her excitement about playing at Queen’s for the first time, recalling childhood memories of attending the tournament with her father. She emphasized how special it is to compete in front of home fans and be part of the historic return of women’s tennis to the venue after more than 50 years.
In addition to her singles campaign, Raducanu will be teaming up with fellow British player Katie Boulter in doubles. She highlighted her enthusiasm for the partnership, noting that Boulter’s experience and leadership will be valuable as she navigates the doubles format.
Raducanu has been managing a back issue but remains optimistic about her preparations. She acknowledged the challenges of transitioning to grass but is focused on building momentum ahead of Wimbledon. With the HSBC Championships offering a crucial opportunity to refine her game, she is determined to make the most of her time on court.
Emma Raducanu in 2025
At the moment ranked no.37, Emma played her last match on the 28th of May when she surrendered to world no.7 Iga Swiatek 6-1 6-2 in the 2nd round of the French Open (draw).
This season Raducanu has managed to achieve an overall 13-11 record.
Katie Boulter in 2025
Now the world no.34, Katie played her last match on the 29th of May when she was overcome by world no.8 Madison Keys 6-1 6-3 in the 2nd round of the French Open (draw).
During this season the Brit has managed to achieve a composed 12-8 match record. The Brit conquered 1 title in the Paris.
Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter clashed against each other just twice. Their head to head is 2-0 for Boulter.
