Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon preparations disrupted by orthopedic boot incident
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 3:54 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Emma Raducanu's training for the Wimbledon Championships faced a setback as she was seen leaving Aorangi Park in an orthopedic boot on her right leg. This incident came after her withdrawal from the Nottingham Open, which drew criticism from Andy Roddick. Despite the concerns, her representative, Thomas Houchin, stated that she is doing well and is expected to resume training soon. Raducanu's recent performances at the Queen’s Club Championships had raised hopes for her Wimbledon campaign, where she aims to surpass the fourth round for the first time.
- •Raducanu was spotted in an orthopedic boot during training at Aorangi Park.
- •She withdrew from the Nottingham Open after a strong showing at the Queen’s Club Championships.
- •Thomas Houchin confirmed she is expected to resume practice shortly.
- •Raducanu aims for a deeper run at Wimbledon, beyond the fourth round.
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Worried fans think Emma Raducanu may withdraw from Wimbledon
- 3:51 PMESPN Tennis — Raducanu ends practice early amid injury fears
- 1:55 PMThe Guardian Sport — Emma Raducanu cuts short training session to spark fears of Wimbledon withdrawal
- 3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Emma Raducanu’s Wimbledon Preparations Hit a Snag As Concerning Issue Emerges
"British No 1 female player struggling with ankle injury Left practice with Anna Kalinskaya early Emma Raducanu’s presence at Wimbledon remains shrouded in doubt after the British No 1 was forced to cut short her training session at the All England Club two days before her opening match. Raducanu, who had been managing a right foot injury since her run to the final at Queen’s Club, had not trained for the past two days after being spotted leaving the venue wearing a medical boot on her right foot. Continue reading...
"Emma Raducanu has a long history of battling physical struggles, with injuries frequently disrupting her schedule and forcing her to miss important tournaments. As such, an unexpected development during her preparations for the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at Aorangi Park has raised concerns.
"British tennis player Emma Raducanu has raised concerns that she may not play the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. She had not been seen training in recent days. Raducanu reportedly was walking around the facility in an orthopedic boot. On Saturday, she…
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 4:50 PMWorried fans think Emma Raducanu may withdraw from Wimbledon
British tennis player Emma Raducanu has raised concerns that she may not play the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. She had not been seen training in recent days. Raducanu reportedly was walking around the facility in an orthopedic boot. On Saturday, she…
- ESPN TennisJun 27, 2026, 3:51 PMRaducanu ends practice early amid injury fears
Emma Raducanu cut her practice session at Wimbledon short before canceling a scheduled news conference as concerns about her fitness deepened.
- The Guardian SportJun 27, 2026, 1:55 PMEmma Raducanu cuts short training session to spark fears of Wimbledon withdrawal
British No 1 female player struggling with ankle injury Left practice with Anna Kalinskaya early Emma Raducanu’s presence at Wimbledon remains shrouded in doubt after the British No 1 was forced to cut short her training session at the All England Club two days before her opening match. Raducanu, who had been managing a right foot injury since her run to the final at Queen’s Club, had not trained for the past two days after being spotted leaving the venue wearing a medical boot on her right foot. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 3:54 AMEmma Raducanu’s Wimbledon Preparations Hit a Snag As Concerning Issue Emerges
Emma Raducanu has a long history of battling physical struggles, with injuries frequently disrupting her schedule and forcing her to miss important tournaments. As such, an unexpected development during her preparations for the 2026 Wimbledon Championships at Aorangi Park has raised concerns.
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