Raducanu approaches the umpire in tears after a security incident at a tournament in Dubai
Trending News
1 month ago

Raducanu approaches the umpire in tears after a security incident at a tournament in Dubai

Associated Press  

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Concern over a man who’d exhibited “fixated behavior” caused Emma Raducanu to approach the chair umpire in tears and take an unscheduled break in her second-round match at the Dubai Championships, the Women’s Tennis Association said Wednesday. There’d been no immediate explanation Tuesday when the 2021 U.S. Open champion walked to the umpire after the second game, said a few words and then stood in a small space between the back of the official’s chair and barrier netting adjacent to Court 2. On Wednesday, the WTA issued a statement explaining that Raducanu was approached in a public space Monday “by a man who exhibited fixated behavior” and “this same individual was identified in the first few rows during Emma’s match on Tuesday. and subsequently ejected.” “He will be banned from all WTA events pending a threat assessment.” The chair umpire called tournament organizers immediately when Raducanu reported her concerns in the first set of the night match, and Muchova walked over to console the 22-year-old British player.

History of this topic

Emma Raducanu crashes out of Indian Wells on emotional return after stalking incident
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Raducanu opens up about Dubai stalker incident, says she struggled to breathe
2 weeks, 5 days ago
Emma Raducanu opens up on stalker hell for the first time as British tennis star reveals she 'could barely breathe' and 'couldn't see the ball through the tears'
2 weeks, 6 days ago
Emma Raducanu discusses spectator with fixated behavior in Dubai: ‘I could barely breathe’
3 weeks ago
Raducanu to return at Indian Wells after Dubai security incident - reports
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Emma Raducanu to make tennis return at Indian Wells with plans for extra security
3 weeks, 4 days ago
Inside Emma Raducanu's stalking nightmare: How British tennis star was hounded across the world and driven to tears by 'fixated' man who wanted hugs and selfies
1 month ago
If Emma Raducanu isn’t safe at work, what hope do we have?
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu's former coach claims star was followed across four countries - after 'fixated stalker' in Dubai was given restraining order
Top News
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu: 'Fixated' man who approached tennis star is given restraining order
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu incident underscores ‘pervasive issue’ in tennis – PTPA
1 month ago
Dubai police detain man who caused Raducanu distress at Dubai tournament
1 month ago
Dramatic footage shows moment Emma Raducanu spots 'stalker' in the stands - before a man is escorted out by Dubai police
Top News
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu Faces Difficult Experience at Dubai Championships
1 month ago
WTA bans 'fixated' fan after Emma Raducanu incident in Dubai incident
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu says she ‘will be okay’ after a man was ejected from her Dubai Tennis Championships match
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu thanks supporters after being brought to tears on court
Trending News
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu speaks out on ‘difficult experience’ after approach from ‘fixated’ man
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu left in tears by approach from ‘fixated’ man in Dubai
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu breaks down in tears during her Dubai Tennis Championships match against Karolina Muchova
1 month ago
Why did WTA issue a ban on fan attending Dubai Championship match between Raducanu and Muchova?
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu in tears early in Dubai loss to Karolína Muchová, man removed from courtside
Top News
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu: ‘Fixated’ spectator ejected from British star’s Dubai Tennis Championships match
1 month ago
Raducanu loses to Muchova after a spectator is ejected in Dubai
1 month ago
Emma Raducanu ends losing run with important win over Maria Sakkari
1 month, 1 week ago
Emma Raducanu reveals what went wrong in ‘harsh’ thrashing by Iga Swiatek
2 months ago
Emma Raducanu doubtful for Australian Open 2025 after back injury forces British tennis star out of Auckland classic
Trending News
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Emma Raducanu enjoys lunch with fellow tennis pro Fran Jones after being branded 'serial choker' by trolls on social media after failing to get through to Wimbledon's second week
8 months, 1 week ago
Emma Raducanu breaks silence on decision that ended Andy Murray’s Wimbledon career after singles exit
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Emma Raducanu out of Wimbledon after painful defeat to qualifier Lulu Sun
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Wimbledon fans mock Emma Raducanu as video released of her beaming and laughing as she prepares for centre court battle: 'That right wrist has magically healed'
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Judy Murray responds to Emma Raducanu comment after shock Wimbledon doubles decision
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Emma Raducanu’s Andy Murray decision: A tennis battle between logic and emotion
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Andy Murray is 'disappointed' by Emma Raducanu's withdrawal from their mixed doubles match - with two-time champion's Wimbledon career now OVER
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Devastated fans SLAM Emma Raducanu as Wimbledon withdrawal ends Andy Murray's career at SW19
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Emma Raducanu works her spell on Maria Sakkari to continue stunning Wimbledon run
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Emma Raducanu not getting caught up in the hype ahead of Maria Sakkari meeting
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Emma Raducanu insists she has fallen back in love with tennis after being left 'mentally and emotionally exhausted' by the sport... as she declares she has 'rekindled a fire inside of me' ahead of ret
9 months ago
Emma Raducanu reveals 'I could not hit ball without pain' with injury
1 year, 2 months ago
Emma Raducanu returns to court for first time since wrist and ankle surgery
1 year, 7 months ago
Emma Raducanu ruled out of French Open, Wimbledon due to surgery
1 year, 10 months ago
Emma Raducanu battles ankle injury during 90-minute Australian Open practice
2 years, 2 months ago
Raducanu criticises slippery indoor courts at the ASB Classic in Auckland after retiring in tears
2 years, 2 months ago
Emma Raducanu hits balls in practice with her LEFT HAND as she continues her recovery from injury
2 years, 3 months ago
Emma Raducanu loses just two games in demolition job over Victoria Azarenka
2 years, 7 months ago
Emma Raducanu suffers second-round exit at Wimbledon
2 years, 8 months ago
Exam hall to tennis stardom: Emma Raducanu reflects on amazing year
2 years, 10 months ago
Emma Raducanu retires in the final set of Guadalajara Open first round
3 years, 1 month ago
Emma Raducanu: Why the British tennis star’s parents were not at the US Open final
3 years, 6 months ago

Discover Related