Martina Navratilova has urged Emma Raducanu to settle on a permanent coach, emphasizing the importance of consistency in her development. Speaking to Sky Sports News, Navratilova advised the British star to “commit to a year” with a coach she trusts and believes in. She stressed that long-term collaboration is essential for meaningful progress, especially when it comes to integrating new strategies and improving performance.
The importance of trust and dedication
Navratilova highlighted that choosing the right coach is only part of the equation—Raducanu must also fully invest in the partnership. That means maintaining discipline in training, fitness, and nutrition. According to Navratilova, Raducanu has the talent and showed promising signs in her recent match against Aryna Sabalenka, but she needs to build on that momentum through a stable support system.
Time and patience yield results
The tennis legend explained that results don’t come instantly with a new coach. It takes time for a player to absorb new methods and for those changes to reflect in match outcomes. Navratilova believes Raducanu’s frequent coaching changes have hindered her growth and that sticking with one person could unlock her full potential.
Navratilova, speaking to Sky Sports News, said: “Commit to a year. If you like the person, if you know them and what they can bring to your game, then you need to really buy in and stick with it and make sure you’re doing your part as far as training, fitness, eating all of that.
She’s got the talent, and she did play better tennis against Sabalenka. She’s going in the right direction now.
She needs to stick with somebody longer because when you work with somebody, it takes a while for them to incorporate into their game and then get the results.
When you start a new training regime, you don’t immediately go faster or get stronger. I just think she needs to really take charge of her life, make sure that she’s the one that’s making all the decisions for herself, and then stick with somebody.”
Taking control of her career
Beyond the technical aspects, Navratilova encouraged Raducanu to take full ownership of her decisions. She emphasized that the young player should be the one steering her career, making choices that align with her goals and values. By committing to a coach and trusting the process, Raducanu can create the foundation needed to thrive on the WTA Tour.
Looking ahead to the next chapter
With the Washington Open approaching and the US Open on the horizon, Raducanu faces a pivotal moment. Navratilova’s advice comes at a time when the British player is showing signs of resurgence. Whether she takes the leap and commits to a long-term coaching relationship could shape the trajectory of her career in the seasons to come.
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Emma Raducanu in 2025
18 – 14win/loss
45
High
10
22 year old
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Ranked no.45, Raducanu played her last match on the 4th of July when she lost to world no.1 Aryna Sabalenka 7-6(6) 6-4 in the 3rd round in Wimbledon (draw).
This season the Brit has managed to achieve a composed 18-14 win-loss record.
