Navratilova points out what Raducanu lacks the most

Fernando Murciego | 30 Jul 2025 | 17.00

Martina Navratilova comments on Emma Raducanu. Source: Getty

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So much time has passed since Emma Raducanu conquered the 2021 US Open that right now the expectations do not match those of a woman who once touched the top 10 and was expected to establish herself at the elite level. None of that materialized, but at 22 she still has room to get things right, perhaps her pending subject. Beyond the injuries and media pressure that the British player may have faced, it is clear that her choice of coach has not been the best. However, her performance at Wimbledon 2025 left us with a different feeling, one of greater stability and an added confidence, confirmed later with a semifinal appearance at the WTA 500 in Washington. Could Mark Petchey be the person who finally helps her reach her full potential? Let's see what one of the biggest legends of this sport thinks.

“You have to commit to a person, at least for a year,” summarizes Martina Navratilova in statements collected by Sky Sports. “If you find the right person, whom you are brave enough to get to know and understand what they can bring to your game, then what you need to do is commit and stick with that person. From there, you have to make sure you are doing your part in terms of training, fitness, nutrition, and all other sport-related aspects. Everyone is aware that Emma has the talent; against Sabalena at Wimbledon, she played her best tennis, and the feeling is that she is finally heading in the right direction,” comments the Czech about that third-round match that the Belarusian won in straight sets.

Looking at Emma Raducanu's history of coaches, one no longer knows what to think. From Nigel Sears in her junior days, through Andrew Richardson and the connection to winning her first Grand Slam, jumping to a veteran like Torben Beltz, continuing with one of the most controversial figures like the Russian Dmitry Tursunov, returning to a much more club-oriented profile like Sebastian Sachs, or finishing this list with a coaching classic like Nick Cavaday. And I'm sure I'm missing some! The fact is that the British player has not known, has not wanted, or has not yet found that person who inspires enough confidence to go beyond just a simple tournament.

ORDER OFF THE COURT

Although Navratilova may not want to interfere, possibly because she also does not have all the information, it is common to arrive at a shared thought regarding Emma Raducanu. If in recent years she has not been able to live up to expectations, the main reason may have been external factors off the court, in the extracurricular realm, though we all know that at 19 no one has perfect tennis. Ultimately, if life outside the tournaments is not meticulously cared for, it can lead to things on the court continuing in the same vein. Again, it's just a feeling shared by many people, even Martina herself.

“At these levels, you need to stick with someone for a longer period; this is crucial when working with a person. Finding that balance and the right feeling always takes time to incorporate certain things into your game and start getting results. When you start a new training regimen, you can't rush things, nor do you immediately become stronger. Right now, I believe Emma needs to take control of her life, make sure that she is the one making all decisions for herself. And from there, choose a person and stick with them,” concludes the 18-time Grand Slam champion.

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