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Emma Raducanu remains hopeful of playing in her opening match at Indian Wells on Thursday, despite revealing the wrist injury she suffered last year has “started to backfire”.
Raducanu was scheduled to face Montenegro’s Danka Kovinic on Thursday evening in California, but speaking to the media on Wednesday, could not confirm whether he would be able to take the court.
The British No. 1, who has not played since the Australian Open in January, withdrew from the mixed doubles exhibition match he was due to play with compatriot Cameron Norrie on Wednesday.
“The same problem as last year has increased again,” said Raducanu after taking to the practice court on Wednesday.
Talk to BBC SportThe 20-year-old added: “I’ve always managed my load. It’s just coming back, so I’m trying to be careful.
Raducanu last played competitively at the Australian Open in January
“I will do everything I can tomorrow.
“I think we’re always in pain and it’s just about how much you can take – I’m looking forward to going out tomorrow.”
The injury, which is to Raducanu’s right wrist, is the same one that saw the 2021 US Open champion end his 2022 season early.
Raducanu overcame an ankle injury in the build-up to the Australian Open, and after losing in the second round to Coco Gauff, took some time away from competitive tennis to focus on her fitness.
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Former Olympic champion Monica Puig says Raducanu deserves a commercial offer, but believes she should focus on tennis.
He was supposed to participate in the inaugural ATX Open in Texas before Indian Wells, but pulled out after suffering from tonsillitis.
“It affected me for a short period of time, so I didn’t prepare much. I’ve probably never been so sick in my life,” added Raducanu.
“When it rains, it pours. This and the infection – it’s obviously a challenge. My preparation has not been good. I played at the weekend and then I rested – that’s how to manage it when you’re not prepared.”
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