Emma Raducanu’s latest decision looks confusing right before Wimbledon

Emma Raducanu, the British number one and 2021 US Open champion, impressed during her grass-court run at Queen's in June 2026, prompting her team to abandon their pre-planned schedule. Originally set to play Queen's, Nottingham, and Eastbourne before Wimbledon, her deep run at Queen's has led to a change of plans that the author considers a confusing decision. The 23-year-old recently re-hired Andrew Richardson, the coach who guided her to her maiden major title, as she looks to rebuild momentum ahead of Wimbledon.