"Raducanu stated, 'Last two months, in the beginning, it was quite difficult. Wasn't feeling the best physically. And I think it had just been lingering for a while.'"
"'Whereas the last three weeks, I think I've really turned a corner and I feel so much better. And that's a really positive thing for me.'"
"'I feel great on the court. I feel like every day I'm working towards something. The break has helped me feel really motivated coming back, very hungry and happy to be out here training.'"
"'Had she not spoken to the media, Raducanu would have received a $15,000 fine for not complying with the on-site withdrawal rules.'"
Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the Italian Open due to ongoing post-viral illness. She had recently discussed her positive progress in pre-tournament media interviews. Raducanu had been practicing at the Foro Italico and was set to play her second-round match. She expressed feeling better physically after a difficult period, stating she felt motivated and happy to train. However, shortly after her media obligations, the tournament supervisor confirmed her withdrawal. This absence will extend for more than two months due to her struggles with the virus.
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