British tennis star Emma Raducanu has announced the end of her coaching partnership with Francisco Roig, marking another change in her professional team just six months after their collaboration began.
The announcement comes following Raducanu’s disappointing second-round exit at the Australian Open, where the 23-year-old fell to unseeded Anastasia Potapova in straight sets (7-6(3), 6-2).
Brief But Notable Partnership
Roig, who joined Raducanu’s team in August 2025, brought significant Grand Slam experience to the role, having previously served as a key member of Rafael Nadal’s coaching staff during the Spanish champion’s remarkable 22 Grand Slam victories.
In a gracious social media statement, Raducanu expressed her gratitude to Roig, stating: “While we have mutually decided not to continue our journey together, I am deeply grateful for all the knowledge and guidance you have shared with me.”
Ongoing Coaching Carousel
This latest coaching change marks the eighth such transition in Raducanu’s professional career, highlighting the ongoing challenge of finding stable leadership in her corner. The British number one has struggled to maintain consistent coaching relationships since her breakthrough victory at the 2021 U.S. Open.
Looking Ahead
The timing of this split raises questions about Raducanu’s preparation for upcoming tournaments. As the tennis season progresses, the former U.S. Open champion will need to quickly secure new technical guidance to maintain her competitive edge on the professional circuit.
This coaching change represents another pivotal moment in Raducanu’s career as she continues to search for the right partnership to help her recapture the form that propelled her to Grand Slam glory in 2021.
