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‘You’re Still a Competitor’ – British Tennis Beauty Emma Raducanu Given the Right Motivation to Go for Slam Glory as Former Serena Williams’ Coach Reveals Intriguing Insight

Published 06/27/2023, 4:08 PM EDT

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Emma Raducanu, the rising tennis star who captured the world’s attention as a young formidable talent, has received a coaching offer from none other than Rick Macci, the coach who had a hand in shaping future tennis legends like the Williams sisters. Macci, who is also known for his work with numerous tennis prodigies, including the likes of Andy Roddick and Maria Sharapova, believes that Raducanu’s immense talent and young age make her a prime candidate for continued success.

Raducanu’s meteoric rise to fame occurred after her US Open 2021 feat as a mere teenage qualifier, astonishing both fans and experts by not dropping a single set throughout the tournament. However, subsequent injuries prevented her from meeting the high expectations set by her stellar debut.

A coaching offer from an esteemed tennis mentor to Emma Raducanu

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Upon learning of Raducanu’s recent struggles, Rick Macci reached out to her manager, expressing his belief that he could provide valuable assistance, not only in terms of strategy but also in addressing any mental challenges she may be facing.

“Anybody who goes through qualifying and wins a Grand Slam, you’re a very unique, talented individual, not just with your game, technically or strategically, but mentally, okay. You got to have something different mentally, that’s greatness there,” Macci remarked according to his exclusive interview with FirstSportz.

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Raducanu has made changes to her coaching team since her US Open victory, most recently parting ways with Sebastian Sachs, has previously worked with several respected figures in the tennis world.

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Macci believes that Raducanu’s rise to the top of the tennis world was not a stroke of luck but a testament to her talent and dedication. He expressed a keen interest in understanding how she was coping with her newfound success, noting the dramatic changes in her life and the pressures that accompany such achievements.

“Now, in the blink of an eye, you go from that to having all these opportunities and millions of dollars and everybody treats you differently. Everything around you has changed but you’re still a competitor and there’s a tennis ball and a racket, and a net and it’s all about the competition,” he added thoughtfully.

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With Rick Macci extending his coaching offer to Emma Raducanu, the tennis world eagerly awaits the reply of the British sensation.

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Ansh Tandon

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Ansh Tandon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. Ansh received his undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and has been working in content creation for 2+ years. Before Ansh stepped into sports journalism, he was a professional tennis player, honing his skills in national level tournaments for the past 12 years as an active AITA athlete.
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Tony Thomas