The season is ruthless and unforgiving, a significant tournament always on the horizon for its subjects. For Emma Raducanu, this means that after one of the most difficult experiences of her career, another encounter with a stalker, she has had little time to digest her emotions before the next big event is upon her.
Last month, while she competed in a series of tournaments across Asia, Raducanu was pursued by a stalker across tournament sites, cities and borders, who attempted strategically to approach her when she was alone. His behaviour culminated in Raducanu spotting him in the stands during her second‑round match against Karolina Muchova in Dubai. Understandably emotional, Raducanu asked for the man to be removed. He was subsequently banned from WTA tournaments and signed an agreement to stay away from her.
