Raducanu Withdraws from Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from Great Britain's squad for the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers against Germany and the Netherlands to focus on a mini-training block following her recent quarter-final appearance at the Miami Open. The 22-year-old, who has competed in seven events over the past three months, cited the need to manage her schedule and prioritize her physical health, also missing the WTA event in Rouen. Britain's team captain, Anne Keothavong, acknowledged the difficulty of Raducanu's decision but expressed confidence in the remaining team members, including Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal. The Billie Jean King Cup has introduced a new round-robin format, with the top team advancing to the finals, while others face play-offs for future qualification. Raducanu's return date to competitive play is currently unspecified. In a similar vein, Iga Swiatek has also opted out of representing her country, Poland, for the qualifiers, emphasizing a need for personal balance and training focus.