Emma Raducanu entered the 2025 season with hopes of finally stabilizing her career after years of turbulence following her historic 2021 US Open title run. At 23, the Briton is no longer the teenage phenomenon who shocked the tennis world, yet the expectations attached to her name remain immense. Despite signs of progress this year—including her first-ever WTA 1000 quarterfinal—tennis experts believe the underlying issues holding her back have continued to shape an inconsistent season.
A promising start that didn’t fully materialize
Raducanu’s 2025 campaign was one of her healthiest in recent memory, a notable shift after multiple seasons disrupted by injuries. Remaining largely injury-free allowed her to compete more consistently, but the results still fell short of her potential. Though she climbed to world No. 29, Emma Raducanu once again failed to advance beyond the fourth round at any Grand Slam, extending a drought that has lingered since 2021.
Her season featured promising flashes—a steadier baseline game, improved decision-making, and a renewed willingness to construct points patiently—but not enough to signal a full resurgence.
Patrick Mouratoglou identifies the root cause
Serena Williams’ former coach Patrick Mouratoglou, speaking to ITV earlier this year, pinpointed what he believes has been Raducanu’s biggest obstacle: instability in her coaching team.
“I think her potential is very big. I mean, she’s won a Grand Slam, but after that, it was very difficult for her,” he said.
Mouratoglou emphasized that the frequent coaching changes have impeded her long-term development. “I think [she had had] way too many coaches working with her… Whenever you change coaches, you change your project. If you change your project every six months, it’s too difficult.” According to him, the greatest challenge for Emma Raducanu is committing to one vision long enough for it to shape her game. “If she’s able to do this, she’s a great player. No doubt.”
A year of yet again shifting alliances
Raducanu’s coaching carousel continued through 2025. She parted ways with Nick Cavaday early in the year, then teamed up briefly with Mark Petchey. During the North American hard-court swing, she appointed Francisco Roig—known for his long stint with Rafael Nadal—as her head coach.
Unlike past seasons, Raducanu has stuck with Roig, announcing she will retain him heading into 2026. For many observers, this is her most significant step toward rebuilding.
Emma Raducanu’s 2025 season did not deliver the breakthrough many anticipated, but it did lay a foundation.