July 7th 2024.
Emma Raducanu's journey at Wimbledon has come to an end, as she lost to qualifier Lulu Sun in a surprise defeat, missing out on a spot in the quarter finals. Despite this disappointment, Raducanu stands by her decision to withdraw from the mixed doubles following her loss.
The former US Open champion has been working hard to overcome her past injuries and showed glimpses of her top form in recent weeks. However, her hopes of making it to the second week of Wimbledon were dashed as Sun, an underdog, claimed a significant victory on Sunday.
Raducanu had hoped that pulling out of the mixed doubles, where she was scheduled to play with British legend Andy Murray, would give her an advantage in the women's singles. Unfortunately, this did not turn out to be the case and she faced criticism from fans for going back on her agreement with Murray.
Even Murray's own mother, Judy, seemed to take a dig at Raducanu on social media, though she later clarified that her post was directed at the Wimbledon scheduling. Despite the extra rest, Raducanu was unable to defeat Sun, who played a dominant game.
In defense of her decision, Raducanu explained that she woke up with a stiff wrist and had to prioritize her body and her singles match. She stands by her choice and believes it was the best course of action at the time. However, she acknowledges that Murray was disappointed, as it was his last match at Wimbledon, and she hopes he will be able to move on and compete in the Olympics later this month.
As for the controversy surrounding Judy Murray's post, Raducanu had not seen it but believes that everyone is entitled to their opinions. She acknowledges that there was some criticism surrounding her decision, but she ultimately had to prioritize her own well-being, especially considering her past injuries.
In conclusion, Raducanu may have missed out on a chance to play in the quarter finals at Wimbledon, but she stands by her decision to withdraw from the mixed doubles and is grateful for the support of her fans and the opportunity to compete at such a prestigious tournament.
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