Emma Raducanu withdraws from Wimbledon due to stress fracture injury
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Wimbledon on the eve of her scheduled opening match against Croatia's Antonia Ruzic. The British No 1 confirmed the decision due to a stress fracture in her right lower leg, which developed after managing a previous injury. Raducanu had hoped to compete, as she practiced on Sunday but was ultimately advised against playing following a final scan. This season has been challenging for Raducanu, with her last significant performance being a runner-up finish at the Queen's Club Championships earlier this month.
- •Raducanu planned to compete until her injury was confirmed.
- •She was seen with strapping on her leg during practice.
- •The withdrawal follows her recent appearance in the Queen's final.
"Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Wimbledon due to injury the night before her opening match.
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