MusaEmma Raducanu has officially welcomed Francisco Roig, Rafael Nadal’s long-time coach, to her team, and she couldn’t be more enthusiastic. Speaking ahead of the Cincinnati Open, Raducanu revealed her strong optimism about the partnership after a promising trial period following Wimbledon.
“It’s going really well,” Raducanu shared after training together.
“It’s my second day with him here. I did a few days in London before coming out here. He obviously has a bank of experience and I’m very excited to continue working with him and to have him on my side.”
Beyond the initial excitement, Raducanu is already seeing the benefit of Roig’s expertise:
She added, “I’m working on the quality of my shots to be better. Against the very top, that’s what it needs.”
“I’m hoping that with time—and with patience—that will improve.”
This collaboration marks a pivotal shift in Raducanu’s journey toward stability. After experimenting with multiple coaching setups over the past few years, the addition of Roig—renowned for his technical acumen and mental guidance—signals a renewed commitment to long-term progress.
Raducanu has often spoken about her desire to build a strong, consistent team around her, especially after facing criticism for frequently changing coaches. With Roig by her side, she aims to add more control and power to her baseline game, areas that have been inconsistent since her breakthrough 2021 US Open title.
With the Cincinnati Open serving as a fresh start, Raducanu hopes to gain consistency and confidence heading into the US Open. Her fans are eagerly watching to see if this new partnership can finally unlock her full potential and help her re-establish herself among the elite players of the WTA Tour.
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