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Sports May 5, 6:52 pm

‘In a better place but not 100%’ – Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues

Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months

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  • Raducanu withdrew from the Italian Open due to a post-viral illness
  • She has been unable to compete on the WTA Tour for two months
Why it matters

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  • Raducanu is a prominent British tennis player, making her absence notable for fans and the sport
  • Her ongoing health issues raise concerns about her physical fitness and future performance
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  • Raducanu must fulfill media duties even if she withdraws to avoid fines
  • She's expressed a strong desire to return once completely healthy

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Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months

Britain's Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months

The British number one had been practising in Rome since Saturday and spoke to the media just 30 minutes before formally pulling out

What happened

  • Raducanu withdrew from the Italian Open due to a post-viral illness
  • She has been unable to compete on the WTA Tour for two months
  • Raducanu practiced in Rome before her withdrawal
  • She spoke with the media shortly before officially pulling out
  • There's no specific indication of when she will return

Why this matters

  • Raducanu is a prominent British tennis player, making her absence notable for fans and the sport
  • Her ongoing health issues raise concerns about her physical fitness and future performance
  • The way she communicated her situation highlights the pressure athletes face regarding public engagements

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