Emma Raducanu, the British No. 1, will be making her comeback to competitive tennis at the upcoming Strasbourg Open, where she has received a wildcard entry into the WTA 500 event. This tournament, starting on Sunday, will be crucial for Raducanu to regain match fitness before the French Open.
The 23-year-old has been absent from the tour since her third-round loss to Amanda Anisimova at Indian Wells in March due to a post-viral infection. This break has impacted her seeding prospects for the French Open, with a potential drop in rankings expected after the Rome and Strasbourg events.
Despite a mixed performance in 2026 with seven wins from 14 matches, Raducanu has shown promise, notably reaching the final of the Transylvania Open earlier this year. Returning to Strasbourg, where she had a successful run in 2025, she aims to rebuild her momentum and confidence.
Raducanu’s decision to participate in Strasbourg signals her growing confidence in her recovery progress. With limited clay-court preparation this season, this tournament becomes crucial for her to prepare adequately before the upcoming Grand Slam event in Paris.
