In a surprising twist of events, Emma Raducanu seems to have taken a subtle jab at none other than Judy Murray, the mother of tennis legend Andy Murray. The British tennis sensation used the same choice of words that Judy had used recently, leading many to believe that this was a deliberate move on Raducanu’s part.
The controversy began during Wimbledon, where Raducanu and Andy Murray were set to team up for mixed doubles. However, just hours before their first match, Raducanu withdrew citing wrist pain. This decision not only disappointed fans who were eager to see the duo in action but also meant that Murray’s Wimbledon campaign would end prematurely.
The news of Raducanu’s withdrawal sparked a wave of reactions, with presenter Marcus Buckland expressing his disbelief on social media. “Astonishing news that Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from her mixed doubles match with Andy Murray. She’s citing soreness in her right wrist. It means Murray has played his last match at Wimbledon. Oh dear!” Buckland wrote, capturing the disappointment felt by many.
Judy Murray, never one to shy away from speaking her mind, responded to the situation with a simple “Yes, astonishing.” Her comment was seen as a thinly veiled criticism of Raducanu, hinting at her disapproval of the young player’s decision to withdraw from the match.
The media quickly latched onto Judy’s response, interpreting it as a direct call-out of the US Open champion. Judy’s subsequent decision to lock her social media account only added fuel to the fire, leaving fans and pundits speculating about the underlying tensions between the two parties.
Fast forward to the present, Raducanu is now competing at the prestigious Washington tournament. Her opening match saw her secure a hard-fought victory over Elise Mertens, proving once again why she is considered one of the brightest young talents in the sport.
After her win, Raducanu took to Instagram to share a carousel post documenting her time in Washington. Could this be her way of sending a message to her critics, including Judy Murray? Only time will tell if this latest development will further fuel the ongoing drama in the world of tennis.
