Emma Raducanu suddenly withdraws from Italian Open
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Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open, citing post-viral illness, just minutes after speaking to British reporters looking ahead to the event; Watch the ATP and WTA Tours live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+,
Emma Raducanu withdrew from the 2026 Italian Open just 30 minutes after completing pre-tournament media duties, avoiding a hefty fine.
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Raducanu withdraws from Rome: 'I spent nearly six weeks doing nothing'
Emma Raducanu was present for practice and interviews in Rome, but then withdrew from the WTA 1000 event. The surprise announcement was followed by the Briton breaking her silence. Emma Raducanu surprised everyone in the last few hours at the WTA 1000 in Rome.
Emma Raducanu withdrew from the Italian Open minutes after telling reporters she felt ready to return from a post-viral illness. The British No 1 has not played since early March and is now targeting a comeback at the Strasbourg event starting May 17, just ...