Emma Raducanu's participation in Wimbledon is uncertain after she concluded her practice session earlier than planned on Saturday. The decision to cut short her training at the All England Club has fueled speculation about her fitness ahead of the major tournament. Wimbledon organizers have rescheduled her media duties to Sunday after her initial press conference on Saturday was canceled.
Raducanu's preparation for the grass-court Grand Slam has been hampered by a series of injury issues since her breakthrough victory at the US Open five years ago. A recent viral illness limited her to only six matches between early February and the start of the Queen's tournament earlier this month. Despite these challenges, reaching the final in London, where she lost to Donna Vekic, marked a significant step forward in her return to form. During that tournament, Raducanu showcased an aggressive playing style, signaling her intent to rediscover the form that led to her US Open triumph. She reunited with her former coach, Andrew Richardson, who guided her to that historic win before they parted ways shortly thereafter. However, playing five matches in six days at Queen's, her busiest schedule since February, appears to have taken a physical toll, raising further concerns about her readiness for the demanding schedule of a Grand Slam event.