Emma Raducanu has praised Wimbledon for doing an “wonderful job” after it was revealed {that a} man who has been stalking her has been banned from shopping for tickets for subsequent month’s championships.
The person, who had adopted Raducanu to a number of occasions, was given a restraining order by police in Dubai after his presence on the Dubai Tennis Championships induced her to interrupt down in tears on the courtroom.
Wimbledon mentioned its safety system had red-flagged the person’s try to purchase tickets for the All England Membership and that his utility had been rejected.
Raducanu instructed BBC Sport: “Wimbledon did a tremendous job. I acquired a notification and the police contacted me and guaranteed me that every thing was OK.
“I really feel OK, I really feel comfy and protected. I’ve had nice safety every time I’ve been at these occasions lately. I really feel a distinction and that makes me really feel extra comfy.”
Raducanu, who shot to fame when she received the US Open as a comparatively unknown 18-year-old in 2021, is competing on the Eastbourne Open this week.
And she or he paid tribute to compatriot Katie Boulter who this week revealed the extent of the net abuse she commonly receives.
“I’m glad Katie spoke out about it and I’m glad she took a stand, as a result of it’s one thing all of us should cope with – some to totally different ranges, however all are fairly excessive,” Raducanu added.
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