Raducanu's Queen's Club run reignites Wimbledon hopes

Emma Raducanu has long been a tantalising talent — a sudden Grand Slam champion, then a player derailed by injuries and inconsistency. But after a convincing run to the final of the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club, the British No.1 has given her Wimbledon chances a massive shot in the arm.

How she turned the corner

Raducanu's week at Queen's was her deepest run on grass since her US Open triumph. She navigated a tricky field with a mixture of power and court craft, reminding fans why she was once tipped for the top. The final itself was a test of her mental and physical resilience — and while she didn't lift the trophy, reaching the championship match against a top-tier opponent was a statement of intent.

Why it matters for Wimbledon

The grass at the All England Club is a different beast to Queen's, but the confidence gained from beating multiple Tour-level opponents on the surface is invaluable. Raducanu's movement, often a weakness on slick grass, looked sharper. Her serve, a key weapon when on song, fired consistently. With a favourable draw and a home crowd behind her, she suddenly looks like a dangerous floater in the draw.

What it means going forward

Can Raducanu go deep at Wimbledon? The path is there. She has the game to beat anyone on grass when she's playing freely. The key will be managing expectations and staying healthy. If the Queen's run is the start of a sustained return to form, then Raducanu could once again capture the nation's imagination under the Centre Court roof.