Emma Raducanu disturbed by fan's 'fixated behavior' in Dubai

During her second-round match at the Dubai Championships, Emma Raducanu was approached by a man exhibiting 'fixated behavior,' prompting her to seek assistance from the chair umpire in tears. The individual was subsequently ejected from the venue and will face a ban from all future WTA events pending a threat assessment. Despite the unsettling incident, Raducanu managed to return to the match but ultimately lost to Karolina Muchova, with a final score of 7-6 (6), 6-4. The Women's Tennis Association emphasized its commitment to player safety and is working with Raducanu and her team to provide necessary support. Raducanu expressed gratitude for the support she received and voiced her pride in her performance under difficult circumstances. This incident follows a previous stalking case involving Raducanu in 2022, highlighting ongoing concerns about player safety in tennis.