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Emma Raducanu Withdraws From High-Profile US Exhibitions Citing Injury, Shifting Focus on a Stronger 2026 Comeback Return

Raducanu resets her schedule to rebuild form and protect long-term fitness

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Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from her December exhibition matches in Newark and Miami, opting to focus on addressing a right-foot minor issue and preparing for a stronger return in 2026. The 23-year-old was set to play Amanda Anisimova in back-to-back matches, but world No. 6 Jessica Pegula will step in as her replacement. Raducanu’s decision comes after she ended her 2025 campaign early in mid-October due to continued physical struggles that surfaced during her China swing.

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from two upcoming exhibition matches in the United States next month due to a minor foot injury ❌

The 23-year-old was scheduled to face Amanda Anisimova in Newark and Miami, but promoters have confirmed that world No. 6 Jessica Pegula will step in as… pic.twitter.com/NCSYJ8WRrb
— TNT Sports (@tntsports) November 17, 2025

Training Shift Marks a Reset Ahead of a Crucial Season

Raducanu has been diagnosed with light bone bruising in her right foot, though she remains fit enough to train, according to TNT Sports. Instead of competing, she will travel to Barcelona for a pre-season training block aimed at restoring peak physical condition. The shift allows her to reduce stress on the injury and focus on better preparations for 2026.

She has also made certain changes in her entourage, as Francisco Roig, former coach of Rafael Nadal, joined the British No. 1 in August. She has also been working with the National Tennis Centre in London. And Emma Stewart is joining as a physiotherapist. Stewart, previously part of the WTA Tour and now with British Rowing’s men’s program, will coordinate Raducanu’s strength and conditioning.

Emma Raducanu at the Wuhan Open player’s party. ❤️

(via Wuhan Open on IG) pic.twitter.com/ellJBeGK0O
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) October 5, 2025

The 2025 season’s abrupt end reflected deeper problems. She retired against Ann Li in Wuhan and later played the Ningbo Open, signalling the physical wear that now shapes her off-season priorities. Raducanu’s competitive return is expected at the United Cup in early January, where she will represent Great Britain alongside Jack Draper in group matches against Japan and Greece in Perth.

BREAKING⚠️

Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu will both represent Great Britain at the United Cup in January🇬🇧💪🏼

What a team this turning out to be🇬🇧🙌🏼 pic.twitter.com/KIU5inXKwl
— British Tennis Players On Tour🇬🇧 (@BritishTennisUp) October 29, 2025

A singles meeting with Naomi Osaka is possible, and her ranking at world No. 29 puts her on course to be seeded for the 2026 Australian Open. Her withdrawal from the exhibitions reflects a pragmatic, long-view approach. The decision sacrifices short-term appearances but positions her to start 2026 with clarity, stability, and a training structure designed to avoid the setbacks that disrupted her past season.

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