Emma Raducanu trials coach Vladimir Platenik at Indian Wells

Emma Raducanu has initiated a trial period with Slovakian coach Vladimir Platenik at the 2025 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, following her recent split from Nick Cavaday due to health issues. Platenik, known for coaching players like Dominika Cibulkova and Lulu Sun, will guide Raducanu as she seeks to regain form after a challenging start to the year, including an early exit at the Australian Open and a distressing incident with a stalker at the Dubai Open. Raducanu expressed her need for a structured coaching approach to enhance her performance, stating she feels more comfortable with a clear plan. In her opening match at Indian Wells, she will face Japan's Moyuka Uchijima, with hopes of building momentum after winning only one match since January. The trial with Platenik is part of Raducanu's ongoing search for a long-term coach, as she continues to navigate her career following her breakthrough US Open victory in 2021.