Emma Raducanu asked about Carlos Alcaraz dating rumors again ahead of Wimbledon

Emma Raducanu continues to be asked about Carlos Alcaraz and their rumored romantic relationship that has stirred up online since it was announced last week the two would be teaming up for the newly formatted mixed doubles event at the U.S.Open later this summer.However, the British tennis star denied the narrative once again.In a press conference ahead of Wimbledon, which is set to start on Monday, Raducanu was asked if there was any truth behind the rumors.She smiled and laughed at the question, but put it plainly: “We’re just good friends.”The 22-year-old and 2021 U.S.

Open champion also answered a question about the pair last week in an interview with BBC and she has continued to be amused over the situation.“But I’m glad the internet is having fun and we’re providing some entertainment for everyone,” Raducanu told the outlet.She explained that she and Alcaraz “go back a long way,” dating back to 2021.“We were like speaking and friends before anyone won anything.”The two generated a lot of buzz when Raducanu went to support the Spanish star at the 2025 HSBC Championships in the mid-June tournament at Queen’s Club in London during his semifinal match against Roberto Bautista Agut.The 2025 French Open champion went on to the finals to beat Czech Jiri Lehecka 7-5, 6-7 (5), 6-2 to claim his second Queen’s Club title.After winning the U.S.

Open as a stunning qualifier, Raducanu has had trouble finding consistency through various injuries and coaching changes in her young career.However, after making it to the fourth round of Wimbledon a year ago, she will look to find more success on the grass.

On Tuesday, Raducanu will face fellow American Ann Li in the women’s singles match at the Eastbourne International in a Wimbledon tuneup. ...