Emma Raducanu adds Rafael Nadal’s former coach Francisco Roig to her team

British No 1 needed replacement for Mark PetcheyRoig will help Raducanu prepare for US Open and beyondEmma Raducanu has added Rafael Nadal’s former coach Francisco Roig to her team on a full-time basis before this month’s US Open, it is understood.The 2021 winner at Flushing Meadows has worked with British coach Mark Petchey on an informal basis since March and enjoyed a positive run of results. However, Petchey’s TV commitments meant he was always unable to become Raducanu’s full-time coach and after a trial with Roig following Wimbledon, the 22-year-old will begin work with him in Cincinnati this week. He has agreed a contract until the end of 2025. Continue reading...

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