November 20th 2024.
Emma Raducanu is not taking a break before the 2025 season begins. In fact, she is sacrificing a holiday in order to get a head start and hit the practice courts right away. After returning from a foot injury, she has been in top form, winning three consecutive matches for Great Britain at the Billie Jean King Cup. However, she is tired of being on the sidelines due to various minor injuries throughout the year and is eager to get back into the swing of things as the current season winds down.
With her motivation at an all-time high, Emma is determined to build on her successful 2024 season, which included her first career wins over top-10 opponents, a strong performance at Wimbledon, and multiple WTA quarterfinal appearances. Her focus is already on stepping up her game in 2025. "Traditionally, most players would take a break and go on holiday," Emma shared. "But with already having four to five weeks off from tennis, I feel like I don't need any more time off. In fact, I am excited and itching to get back on the practice court. My recent performances have only motivated me to work harder."
After reaching a career-high ranking of world No.10 two years ago, Emma dropped down to world No.58 after a long period of inactivity due to injuries. However, she has worked her way back up this year, winning 20 out of 33 matches. "When I take a step back and assess my progress, I have to remind myself that I am a top 60 player in the world despite playing in less than 15 events, which is quite unusual," Emma reflected. "I am proud of what I have achieved and I know I am a tough opponent on the court. No one wants to see my name in their draw."
Looking ahead, Emma plans on starting her 2025 season at the ASB Classic. However, she has had to dismiss rumors that her endorsement deal with Porsche is in jeopardy this year. After her incredible victory as a qualifier at the US Open in 2021, Emma signed several lucrative sponsorship deals. "I am not worried about my sponsorship with Porsche," she confidently stated. "I am grateful for all the opportunities that have come my way and I am looking forward to continuing to make a mark in the tennis world."
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