Caroline Wozniacki defended Emma Raducanu against John Isner’s comments downplaying her remarkable US Open victory. Raducanu made history in 2021 by becoming the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam crown at Flushing Meadows, winning all her matches without dropping a set, including a thrilling final against Leylah Fernandez.
In a similar unexpected turn of events, Valentin Vacherot, the lowest-ranked player ever, clinched a Masters title in Shanghai by defeating top players like Novak Djokovic. Isner suggested that Vacherot’s achievement overshadowed Raducanu’s success, but Wozniacki disagreed, emphasizing the significance of winning a Grand Slam title.
Wozniacki, a former Australian Open champion, expressed that winning the US Open holds more weight than other tournament victories. Despite retiring in 2022 and briefly returning to professional tennis in 2023, Wozniacki remains a vocal advocate for the importance of Grand Slam triumphs.
Raducanu, on the other hand, has faced challenges in maintaining her early success after her historic US Open win. Reflecting on the comparisons and pressures that come with such a monumental victory, Raducanu acknowledged the lingering impact it has had on her mindset.
In a recent interview with The Guardian, Raducanu shared her experience with therapy, noting that she found it difficult to relate to conventional therapy approaches given her unique journey and achievements in the sport. She revealed that she opted to trust her own instincts and resilience to navigate the aftermath of her breakthrough success.
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