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Emma Raducanu Makes Comeback at Abu Dhabi Open

1/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Emma Raducanu, currently ranked No. 56, is set to make her comeback by accepting a wildcard for the Abu Dhabi Open qualifying rounds. This marks her first qualifying event since her stunning 2021 US Open win. After a disappointing first-round exit in Singapore, she’s determined to compete more this year, backed by a new fitness trainer. The tournament takes place from February 1-8.

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Historical Context

Emma Raducanu's comeback at the Abu Dhabi Open echoes historic tennis moments. In 1968, Virginia Wade became the first British woman to win a Grand Slam since the Open Era began. Raducanu's 2021 US Open triumph made her the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam, marking a new era for British tennis.

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Story summary

Emma Raducanu, currently ranked No. 56, is set to make her comeback by accepting a wildcard for the Abu Dhabi Open qualifying rounds. This marks her first qualifying event since her stunning 2021 US Open win. After a disappointing first-round exit in Singapore, she’s determined to compete more this year, backed by a new fitness trainer. The tournament takes place from February 1-8.

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