"Emma Raducanu has not competed since a 6-1, 6-1 loss to Amanda Anisimova in the second round of the Indian Wells Open on 8 March."
"Raducanu had been affected by a viral illness during the Middle East swing in February, which she said had contributed to her poor performances on the court."
"This layoff is merely the latest disruption in Raducanu's turbulent career, with the first four months of 2026 having been a disaster."
"Raducanu started the season having made technical changes to her forehand, but her performance has been inconsistent, with a record of 7-7 in 2026."
Emma Raducanu will miss the Madrid Open due to a viral illness, extending her absence from the WTA Tour to two months. She has not competed since a loss at the Indian Wells Open on March 8. Raducanu experienced lingering symptoms after a viral illness during the Middle East swing in February, affecting her performance. After withdrawing from the Miami Open, she took time off from training and recently returned. She hopes to compete at the Italian Open in Rome, but her absence from clay-court events poses challenges.
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