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Emma Raducanu suddenly withdraws from Italian Open after press conference

British No 1 pulls out at short notice with post-viral illness

Emma Raducanu suddenly withdraws from Italian Open after press conference

TL;DR

  • Emma Raducanu withdrew from the Italian Open due to post-viral illness.
  • The announcement followed upbeat media interviews where she stated she felt much better.
  • This withdrawal means Raducanu will be out of the sport for over two months.
  • She has faced a season of injuries and illness, including a foot injury and a virus contracted in February.
  • Players are required to conduct media obligations after withdrawal to avoid fines.