Emma Raducanu withdraws from Wimbledon because of stress fracture
British tennis player Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Wimbledon due to a stress fracture in her lower right leg. The decision follows a week of fitness concerns and failed attempts to train for the tournament.
Why it matters
Raducanu's withdrawal is a major development for the tournament, impacting the draw and local fan expectations for the British number one.
Published 28 June 2026, 22:12 BST Updated 11 minutes ago Britain's Emma Raducanu will not play at Wimbledon after withdrawing on the eve of her home Grand Slam tournament because of a stress fracture in her lower right leg.
The report is a factual account of a sports injury and tournament withdrawal.
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