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Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon preparations disrupted by orthopedic boot incident

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 3:54 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon preparations disrupted by orthopedic boot incident

Summary

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.

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•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.

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3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Emma Raducanu’s Wimbledon Preparations Hit a Snag As Concerning Issue Emerges

What they're saying

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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.
— Yahoo Sports

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