Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu has been training intensively as she prepares to step back onto the tennis court after a break of nearly eight months. Joining her in this journey is her old junior coach, the seasoned and accomplished Nick Cavaday, who has recently been seen working with her at the National Tennis Centre.
Their relationship is not a new one. On the contrary, they share a history dating back to when Raducanu was honing her skills at the Lawn Tennis Association’s (LTA) High Performance Centre located in Bromley. It was there that Nick Cavaday was instrumental in shaping her formidable skills on the court many years ago.
As reported by Sky Sports News, it has come to light that former men’s player Somdev Devvarman has also accompanied Raducanu in some of her recent training sessions. With his impressive background in tennis, his involvement is considered an added asset to Raducanu’s comeback preparation.
The 21-year-old Beddington-born sensation is all set to mark her return to competitive tennis next month at the Auckland Open. This event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, allowing fans across the world to eagerly witness her long-awaited return. This event is expected to be a crucial part of her preparation for the grand Australian Open.
However, it’s important to note that whether Raducanu will be seen in the main draw for the first Grand Slam of the year in Melbourne remains to be seen. Her place in the tournament’s main fixture will not be guaranteed unless she secures a wildcard or ensures her spot through the qualifying rounds.
As of now, there’s still no certainty on whether the dynamic duo of Raducanu and Cavaday is set to solidify their partnership in a formal capacity. Pending full confirmation, it remains to be seen whether Cavaday will accompany Raducanu to Australia in the coming weeks.
It’s also noteworthy that the tenure of coaches working with Raducanu has been rather brief so far. The most recent coaching split occurred in the summer with Sebastian Sachs from Germany. Notably, Sachs was the fifth coach that Raducanu had in a span of just two years. While these frequent changes have raised curiosities, Raducanu’s ability to adapt and succeed regardless of changes in her training environment has been impressive and commendable.
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