British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu's planned return to the court faces significant hurdles as she battles ongoing injury concerns that could jeopardise her entire 2025 season.
The 2021 US Open champion, who captured the nation's heart with her fairytale Flushing Meadows triumph, continues to struggle with persistent physical issues that have plagued her career since that breakthrough victory.
Multiple Surgeries Complicate Comeback
Raducanu has undergone three separate surgical procedures in recent years, addressing problems in both wrists and one ankle. These operations have significantly limited her court time and disrupted her momentum on the WTA Tour.
Despite showing flashes of her brilliant talent in occasional appearances, the 21-year-old has been unable to maintain consistent tournament participation due to her physical limitations.
2025 Season Hangs in the Balance
Insiders close to the Raducanu camp suggest that while preparations for the upcoming season are underway, there's growing concern about whether she'll be fully fit to compete at the highest level when the new tennis calendar begins.
The extended rehabilitation periods following her surgeries have created challenges in rebuilding match fitness and competitive sharpness, leaving question marks over her readiness for gruelling Grand Slam competitions.
Fans Await Return of British Star
British tennis enthusiasts remain hopeful that their star player can overcome these physical setbacks and return to the form that made her an overnight sensation three years ago. The absence of Raducanu from major tournaments has left a noticeable void in British tennis representation at the highest level.
As the new season approaches, all eyes will be on Raducanu's training base as she works towards what many hope will be a successful comeback story in 2025.
