Raducanu cuts Wimbledon practice short amid injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:12 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Emma Raducanu ended her practice session early at Wimbledon on Saturday, raising further questions about her fitness. The British player, who was previously seen in a protective boot, struggled during the practice against Anna Kalinskaya, falling behind 4-0 before leaving the court abruptly. Raducanu had missed training on Thursday and Friday and was slated to hold a press conference later in the day, which was postponed to Sunday. Her status for the first-round match against Antonia Ruzic remains uncertain as speculation grows about her ability to compete.
- •Raducanu practiced at Wimbledon but struggled during points against Kalinskaya.
- •She had previously missed practice sessions on Thursday and Friday.
- •Her first-round match is scheduled against Antonia Ruzic on Monday.
- •Raducanu cancelled a press conference intended for Saturday.
- 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — Raducanu ends Wimbledon practice early to add to injury speculation
"Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu cut short her practice session at Wimbledon on Saturday before cancelling a scheduled press conference as speculation about her fitness deepened. The British number one has been at the centre of another injury saga since she was reportedly seen wearing a protective boot on Wednesday.
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