“I do things my own way and in my own time,” Emma Raducanu explains her ‘diva-like’ decision of denying wildcard entry into 2024 Paris Olympics

Raducanu is focused on the grass-court swing.

“I do things my own way and in my own time,” Emma Raducanu explains her ‘diva-like’ decision of denying wildcard entry into 2024 Paris Olympics

Emma Raducanu (Image via Imago)

British WTA star Emma Raducanu shocked everyone with her decision to turn down a proposal for a wildcard entry into the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 21-year-old, having won a Grand Slam title was unexpectedly offered a wildcard entry into the Games but Raducanu turned down the proposal. This led to everyone speculating on the reason behind such a bold decision.

Raducanu has come up with an explanation. The 21-year-old has revealed why she chose to not take the wildcard despite the importance of the tournament. Raducanu said that she does not want to risk her body. As the Briton has struggled with injuries in the past few years, she has decided to prioritize her health.

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Raducanu said that she likes to do things in her own way and time. However, she made it clear that this does not mean she considers herself a diva. Raducanu says that she is just avoiding putting any additional stress on her body.

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For me, it was pretty clear. I am very single-minded and I do things my own way and in my own time whenever I want, not in a diva way, but just prioritizing my body and my health because I know if I am fit and giving my 100 percent I know that great things are coming. I just don’t think there is any need to put any additional stress on my body or any risk, especially with my history.
Emma Raducanu said. (H/T: The Guardian)

Emma Raducanu focused on grass-court swing

While Emma Raducanu had already mentioned that she is focused on the grass-court swing after her comeback, this decision from the 21-year-old has further strengthened her claim. As the 2024 Paris Olympics will be played on clay, Raducanu does not want to take the risk of switching from grass to clay.

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Emma Raducanu (Image via Imago)

The Briton recently made her comeback to the tour after an elongated break due to injuries and the rehabilitation process. Raducanu also missed the 2024 Roland Garros as she wanted to prepare for the grass-court swing.

She finally resumed her tennis at the Nottingham Open where the 21-year-old made it to the semifinals. Raducanu played some good tennis at the WTA 250 tournament and even in the semifinal, she pushed the eventual champion Katie Boulter to her limits. The 2021 US Open champion won the opening set 7-6 (13).

Now, the biggest target for Raducanu is the 2024 Wimbledon Championships. The Briton has not been able to leave a mark at her home Grand Slam tournament and thus, she is focused on improving her record.

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