Emma Raducanu now ‘settled’ after stalking incident

9 Jun 2025 • 3:40 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Emma Raducanu has admitted feeling "wary" when going out after experiencing a stalking incident at the Dubai Championships in February.
  • During a match against Karolina Muchova, Raducanu was left in tears due to unwanted attention from a "fixated" man, which she said made it difficult to see the ball and breathe.
  • The incident led the 22-year-old to hide behind the umpire’s chair in tears.
  • Raducanu says she is now feeling “pretty settled” and is focussed on moving forward as she approaches the grass-court season.
  • Raducanu is set to participate in the inaugural women’s Queen’s Club Championships this week, facing Cristina Bucsa in the first round.

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