Emma Raducanu still learning in the face of difficult results
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. I think it’s going to make me a stronger and better player going forward because, if I keep being shown what’s wrong, then it’ll kick in and I’ll learn and become even better.” Next up for Raducanu is an Australian Open debut against another New York champion in Sloane Stephens – on paper one of the more unlucky draws she could have had. I want to look back and be in a better position than I started even if I know there are going to be ups and downs.” Raducanu was a week and a half into her first pre-season training block with new coach Torben Beltz when she tested positive for Covid on arrival in Abu Dhabi ahead of an exhibition match last month. open image in gallery Emma Raducanu talks with new coach Torben Beltz during a practice session on Rod Laver Arena She had highlighted last season what an important month it would be, particularly to put in some of the physical work she missed out on while combining tennis with school. “But I feel like it’s a little bit of misfortune for all the great luck I’ve had the last year so I’ve just got to believe and keep working and start building from now.” Beltz is best known for a long association with three-time grand slam champion Angelique Kerber.