Emma Raducanu cuts practice session short amid injury concerns at Wimbledon
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:18 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Emma Raducanu ended her practice session early at Wimbledon and canceled a scheduled press conference, raising concerns over her fitness. The British No 1 was seen wearing lower leg strapping after previously being in a protective boot. During her session, Raducanu struggled while playing points against Anna Kalinskaya, falling behind 4-0 before halting her practice 10 minutes early. With the Grand Slam startingMonday, doubts loom over her availability for her first-round match against Antonia Ruzic.
- •Raducanu wore strapping on her right ankle and lower leg.
- •She was unable to complete her practice session against Kalinskaya.
- •Raducanu previously missed two-and-a-half months due to illness.
- •Her first-round match against Ruzic is scheduled for Monday.
- •Concerns over her injury emerged after recent positive momentum.
"Emma Raducanu cut short her practice session at Wimbledon before cancelling a scheduled press conference as concerns about her fitness deepened.
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