Emma Raducanu plans to compete at Wimbledon despite injury concern
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:54 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Emma Raducanu confirmed she is dealing with a lower right leg injury but intends to play in the first round of Wimbledon on Monday. The British No 1 is scheduled to face Croatia's Antonia Ruzic at 1pm. Raducanu has been managing the injury that arose during her run at Queen's Club and was seen in a protective boot earlier this week. Despite her struggles, she expressed optimism about her performance after a hitting session on Sunday.
- •Raducanu faces Antonia Ruzic in the first round.
- •She is managing a lower right leg injury.
- •Raducanu was seen in a protective boot earlier this week.
- •She experienced difficulties in practice sessions leading up to Wimbledon.
- •She aims to build on her performance from Queen's Club.
"Emma Raducanu has confirmed she is dealing with another injury concern but still plans to play on the opening day of Wimbledon.
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