British tennis star Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the 2026 Italian Open due to a lingering post-viral illness that has sidelined her for two months.
She withdrew shortly after conducting pre-tournament media duties, stating she wants to return only when “100% ready”.
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This marks her continued absence since March, impacting her ranking and French Open seeding preparations.
She has not competed since the Indian Wells tournament in early March, missing events in Miami, Linz, and Madrid.
Her participation in the upcoming French Open remains uncertain as she continues to work on her physical condition.
