Emma Raducanu Withdraws from Miami Open Amid Ongoing Health Struggles

Emma Raducanu, the former U.S. Open champion, has withdrawn from the Miami Open due to ongoing health issues. Despite being slotted directly into the second round, Raducanu has opted to focus on her recovery. Her journey since her 2021 Grand Slam victory has been marred by form and fitness challenges.

Emma Raducanu, the 2021 U.S. Open champion, has officially pulled out of the Miami Open, according to the Women's Tennis Association (WTA). Her decision comes amid a continued struggle with health problems that have impeded her performance on the court.

The British tennis star, who gained direct entry to the second round of the tournament, has been battling form and fitness issues ever since her triumphant Grand Slam win as a teenager. The Miami Open, which kicks off on Tuesday and ends on March 29, will be proceeding without her presence.

At only 23, Raducanu has been seeking to regain her prowess by working with several coaches, yet without substantial progress. Her withdrawal highlights the ongoing challenges she faces in her professional career.