Emma Raducanu has responded to criticism regarding her coaching changes, emphasizing her loyalty and commitment to long-term relationships. The British tennis star, who has switched coaches five times in the past two years, faced scrutiny from media and former players alike, particularly after her decision to part ways with Andrew Richardson shortly after winning the 2021 US Open. Many were surprised that she let go of the coach who had guided her to her first Grand Slam title.
In a positive turn, Raducanu managed to complete the 2024 season with a single coach, Nick Cavaday, who also happens to be her childhood coach. This stability comes after a challenging year in which she underwent three surgeries in May 2023 and subsequently split from her previous coach, Sebastian Sachs. After some time away from the court, Raducanu reconnected with Cavaday, which has proven beneficial for her game.
“I’ve never really wanted to chop and change coaches,” Raducanu stated, aiming to dispel the narrative that has followed her early career. “I’m a very loyal person, whether that’s with my tennis or off the court. When I find something I like, I stick to it. I eat the same thing every single day. I like those relationships, and I think in the past, unfortunately, it hasn’t always worked like this.” In addition to Richardson and Sachs, Raducanu has previously worked with coaches Nigel Sears, Torben Beltz, and Dmitry Tursunov.
By returning to a familiar face in Cavaday, Raducanu hopes to build on her success and establish a more stable trajectory in her career moving forward.
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