Emma Raducanu Suffers Concerning Injury in Strasbourg Defeat to Danielle Collins

Emma Raducanu’s road back to top form has hit yet another speed bump—this time on the clay courts of Strasbourg. The British star was forced to battle not just opponent Danielle Collins, but her own body during a painful straight-sets defeat that left fans more worried than disappointed. Raducanu, who’s been on a slow but hopeful comeback trail, appeared hampered by discomfort in her lower back and movement issues that only got worse as the match wore on.

Despite a few flashes of her trademark precision and baseline aggression, the 2021 US Open champ never quite found her rhythm. Collins, ever the competitor, took full advantage, cruising through the second set as Raducanu struggled to keep up physically. What started as a routine match quickly became a concerning sight, with Emma visibly wincing and requiring medical attention mid-match.

The real issue now isn’t the loss—it’s what this injury might mean for her French Open campaign, or worse, the rest of her season. Just as she was beginning to regain her confidence and consistency, this latest physical setback raises the all-too-familiar question: can Raducanu stay healthy long enough to build momentum?

For a player still chasing that elusive second breakthrough, time off court is the last thing she needs. One can only hope this is a minor hiccup—but given her injury history, fans and pundits alike are holding their breath. Emma’s comeback story just got a little more complicated.