British tennis star Emma Raducanu has shut down rumors of a romantic link with five-time Grand Slam winner Carlos Alcaraz during a pre-Wimbledon press conference, while confirming that the two will play mixed doubles together at the US Open later this year. The duo have been seen training together, including a recent session ahead of Wimbledon 2025, which begins on June 30.Raducanu was spotted cheering for Alcaraz during his semi-final match at the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club, sparking speculation about their relationship and prompting a question at the press event.When asked about the rumors, Raducanu responded simply: “We’re just good friends.”As the reporter tried to conclude the topic with “I think we’ll wrap it up there,” Raducanu quipped, “Way to wrap up.”
WATCH:The two rising stars recently practiced together in preparation for their upcoming mixed doubles appearance at the US Open.“It was fun yesterday. We were both on court with Evian, just getting some volley practice ahead of New York. I’m really happy to be playing with him. We had a great time,” Raducanu shared.She also revealed that Alcaraz was the one who proposed the partnership. “Yes, he asked me. He asked me earlier on in the year, and I was very surprised, honoured, and excited,” she said.
Raducanu, who claimed the 2021 US Open title by defeating Leylah Fernandez in the final, has faced challenges maintaining consistency on the tour since that breakthrough. Her recent campaign at the Eastbourne Open ended in a loss to Maya Joint before the quarter-finals.Alcaraz, meanwhile, has continued to climb the ranks following his 2022 US Open triumph, adding several major titles to his name.Following his recent win at the HSBC Championships, Alcaraz is set to begin his Wimbledon 2025 journey against Italy’s Fabio Fognini in the first round.The upcoming US Open will see Raducanu and Alcaraz team up in mixed doubles, marking the start of a new chapter in their professional careers.
