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Emma Raducanu withdraws from US Open due to stress fracture

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:51 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Emma Raducanu withdraws from US Open due to stress fracture

Summary

Emma Raducanu has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming US Open due to a stress fracture in her right lower leg. The 23-year-old previously pulled out of Wimbledon after suffering a setback during the grass-court season. Former British No 1 Annabel Croft suggests that ending the season early may allow Raducanu to focus on recovery and secure a protected ranking, which could aid her return to competition in 2027. Recent physical issues have hampered Raducanu's performance, limiting her time on court in the past year.

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•Raducanu withdraws from US Open due to a stress fracture.
•The injury follows her recent struggles with physical issues.
•Annabel Croft recommends ending the season early for recovery.
•A protected ranking could help Raducanu upon her return in 2027.
•Raducanu has limited court time in the past year.

What they're saying

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Emma Raducanu could benefit from ending her season early to focus on recovery and secure a protected ranking before making her return in 2027, according to former British No 1 Annabel Croft.
— Sky Sports

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