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Emma Raducanu's Epic Comeback: From Injury to Australian Open Main Draw

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Emma Raducanu makes a triumphant return to tennis after a long hiatus, securing a spot in the Australian Open main draw. Find out how this rising star overcame injuries and setbacks to compete at the highest level!

Emma Raducanu, the 2021 US Open winner, made a stunning comeback to the tennis scene by defeating Elena-Gabriela Ruse in an epic match at the ASB Classic in Auckland. After a grueling 269 days out due to injuries that required multiple surgeries on her wrists and ankle, Raducanu's victory marked a triumphant return to the sport.

The 21-year-old British tennis sensation's journey didn't stop there. Raducanu's perseverance and determination led her to secure a place in the main draw of the Australian Open, skipping the qualifying rounds after several players withdrew from the tournament. With her protected ranking of 103, Raducanu's spot in the prestigious event is well-deserved and eagerly anticipated by fans around the world.

As Raducanu gears up for the Australian Open, her remarkable story serves as an inspiration to athletes and fans alike. From being bedridden and in a wheelchair to stepping onto the court at one of the biggest Grand Slam events, Raducanu's resilience and spirit epitomize the true essence of sportsmanship and dedication.

In a surprising turn of events, Raducanu's meteoric rise continues as she joins a group of seven Brits competing in the singles draws at Melbourne Park, cementing her status as a formidable force in the world of tennis. With her sights set on reclaiming the top spot in women's tennis in 2024, Emma Raducanu's story is one of courage, determination, and ultimate triumph.

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Emma Raducanu beats Elena-Gabriela Ruse in first match since ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Raducanu beat Elena-Gabriela Ruse in the first round of the Auckland Open, a warm-up for the Australian Open.

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Emma Raducanu wins on long-awaited return after missing 259 ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Emma Raducanu made her return from injury in the Auckland Classic on Tuesday, taking on Romanian star Elena-Gabriela Ruse after being sidelined for 269 days ...

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Emma Raducanu beats Elena-Gabriela Ruse in return to tennis to ... (Sky Sports)

After three surgeries (both wrists and left ankle) and eight months out, Emma Raducanu made a winning return to tennis vs Elena-Gabriela Ruse in the first ...

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Emma Raducanu recalls being 'bedridden and in a wheelchair' after ... (Daily Express)

Emma Raducanu defeated Elena-Gabriela Ruse in the first match of her comeback at the ASB Classic.

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Tennis star Emma Raducanu wins her first match since April after ... (Sky News)

The 2021 US Open winner beat Elena-Gabriela Ruse in three sets in the first round of the ASB Classic in Auckland. Raducanu, 21, who had slipped to 301st in ...

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Emma Raducanu beats Elena-Gabriela Ruse in return to tennis to ... (Star Radio 100.7 FM)

Emma Raducanu made a winning return to tennis after eight months out following injuries, defeating Romania's Elena-Gabriela Ruse 6-3 4-6 7-5 to set up an ...

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Emma Raducanu 'proud' and 'in shock' after making winning return ... (Sky Sports)

Emma Raducanu beat Elena-Gabriela Ruse at the ASB Classic in Auckland in her first match after an eight-month injury layoff; Raducanu says she was proud and ...

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Emma Raducanu marks return with first-round win in Auckland - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Emma Raducanu marked her return to competitive action after an eight month absence with a 6-3 4-6 7-5 win against Elena-Gabriela Ruse.

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Emma Raducanu: How will Brit get into 2024 Australian Open ... (Eurosport.com)

Time is ticking towards the 2024 Australian Open and Emma Raducanu is still waiting to see whether she will need a wild card or to go through qualifying.

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Emma Raducanu reflects on emotional comeback win after being ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu is hoping to return to the top of women's tennis in 2024 after recovering from major surgery on both wrists and her ...

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Emma Raducanu moves into main draw at Australian Open (The Independent)

The 21-year-old is taking the place of Lauren Davis in the main draw after the American withdrew due to a shoulder injury.

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Emma Raducanu on the brink of qualifying for Australian Open – but ... (Tennis365)

Raducanu has a protected ranking of 103 due to her lengthy absence from the tour, but that would not be enough to allow her direct entry into the Australian ...

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Emma Raducanu given last-minute Australian Open spot thanks to ... (The Independent)

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova has also withdrawn from the tournament after announcing she is pregnant with her first child. Having beaten Elena- ...

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Emma Raducanu will not have to qualify for Australian Open after ... (Sky Sports)

Emma Raducanu gains entry into Australian Open without having to go through qualifying after another withdrawal elsewhere; watch Raducanu play second match ...

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Emma Raducanu avoids Australian Open qualifying nightmare as ... (Daily Express)

Lauren Davis has become the latest player to pull out of the tournament, giving the Brit direct entry. Raducanu used her injury-protected ranking of No 103 to ...

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Australian Open 2024: Emma Raducanu set to become the seventh ... (Lawn Tennis Association)

Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu is set to enter the Australian Open main draw as one of seven Brits competing in the singles draws at Melbourne Park.

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Emma Raducanu handed late Australian Open spot after injury ... (Evening Standard)

The former US Open champion had faced the prospect of coming through qualifying in order to make the singles of the opening grand slam of the year following a ...

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Emma Raducanu secures main draw spot at 2024 Australian Open (Tennishead)

Davis has cited her withdrawal as a shoulder injury, joining the likes of Karolina Muchova, Irina Camelia-Begu, Caty McNally and Petra Kvitova, who are the ...

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Emma Raducanu granted place in main draw of Australian Open ... (ESPN)

An injury-hit 2023, that saw Raducanu's WTA Ranking drop to 308, had prevented her from receiving an automatic spot in this year's first Grand Slam. The former ...

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Emma Raducanu granted place in main draw of Australian Open ... (ESPN.co.uk)

An injury-hit 2023, that saw Raducanu's WTA Ranking drop to 308, had prevented her from receiving an automatic spot in this year's first Grand Slam. The former ...

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Emma Raducanu gets Australian Open lifeline with main draw spot (Telegraph.co.uk)

Former British No 1 rises into the 128-player field after American Lauren Davis pulled out with a shoulder injury.

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