Emma Raducanu optimistic ahead of 'fresh start' at Italian Open

5 May 2025, 17:37 | Updated: 6 May 2025, 10:17

Emma Raducanu is "optimistic and positive" ahead of an Italian Open campaign she says presents a "fresh start" under new direction.

The 22-year-old returns to the clay looking to bounce back from her second-round exit at the Madrid Open.

The former US Open champion faces a first-round match against an unknown qualifier in Rome, with world No 20 Ekaterina Alexandrova awaiting her in round two if she progresses.

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