Emma Raducanu, a 22-year-old Canadian-born British tennis player of Romanian and Chinese descent, is making waves as she gears up for the Singapore Tennis Open. Excitement surrounds this young athlete, who captured global attention with her 2021 US Open win, a feat unmatched in the Open Era by winning as a qualifier without dropping a set. Despite ongoing battles with injuries and form, Raducanu remains a formidable presence on the court and is determined to build on her promising start to the season in Australia.
Raducanu's affinity for Singapore runs deep. She considers the city-state one of her favorite places in the world, having visited previously during her travels. Her connection to Singapore is further strengthened by her Singaporean fans, including her best friend from the region. This year, the tennis sensation is particularly thrilled to be in Singapore during the Chinese New Year celebrations, which hold significant meaning due to her Chinese heritage.
"I'm extremely excited for this season. I feel like I started pretty well and made a positive start in Australia." – Emma Raducanu
The Singapore Tennis Open is one of Raducanu’s headline acts, and she's eager to showcase her skills to the enthusiastic local audience. Her focus is on maintaining her health and enjoying her time on court, as she aims to push forward with building consistent performances week after week.
"It's a good week for me to build on. I'm just excited to keep pushing on and building these weeks, and just looking to try and be on court longer, be on court healthy, and keep enjoying what I'm doing." – Emma Raducanu
Despite being candid about her struggles with injuries, Raducanu embraces the challenges that come with her rapid rise to fame. The young athlete acknowledges that opponents often bring their best game against her, a testament to her impressive achievements.
"Everyone plays their best tennis against you. You just have to try and take it as a compliment and think 'okay, you're going to play better but I'm going to try and beat you anyway'." – Emma Raducanu
Aside from her tennis career, Raducanu also dedicates time to her role as a doctor in England's National Health Service (NHS). This dual commitment highlights her resilience and determination, qualities that are evident both on and off the court.
Raducanu envisions a future marked by more tournaments and Grand Slam participation. Her aspirations reflect an unwavering commitment to refining her game and achieving sustainable success.
"In an ideal world, 2025 would look like an Emma Raducanu who's played quite a few more tournaments and competed at all the Slams," – Emma Raducanu
The vibrant cosmopolitan identity of Singapore resonates with Raducanu, who appreciates the cultural diversity and warm support from local fans. As she prepares for the tournament, she views this opportunity as both a challenge and a privilege.
"I think it's a natural thing that happens if you've done well and now I'm just working towards building a more consistent and sustainable Emma." – Emma Raducanu
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