Emma Raducanu, the British No. 1, arrived in Melbourne on Saturday, just a day before her opening round game at the Australian Open. She expressed concerns about the rushed preparation due to the tight scheduling.
Raducanu is set to play against Mananchaya Sawangkaew on Sunday at Margaret Court Arena. She criticized the decision to schedule women’s matches after potentially lengthy men’s matches, highlighting the challenges it poses for players.
The 23-year-old tennis player acknowledged the difficulties but remained focused on making the most out of the situation. Raducanu, who has been managing a foot injury, emphasized the importance of adapting to new experiences and learning from them.
Despite facing physical issues and limited practice time, Raducanu remains optimistic about her progress and performance. She emphasized the need to manage expectations and not put excessive pressure on herself, especially considering her late start to training.
