Emma Raducanu has finally spoken about the moment Carlos Alcaraz reached out to her with a special request. The British star revealed her surprise when the Spaniard personally asked her to be his Amixed doubles partner for the upcoming US Open.
In a recent interview, Raducanu shared her thoughts about teaming up with Alcaraz and her determination to give her best performance alongside him.
The partnership announcement has created huge excitement in the tennis world, bringing together two former US Open champions. Raducanu, who is currently Britain’s No. 1 women’s player, expressed her deep respect for Alcaraz’s recent achievements.
The revamped mixed doubles event will take place on Aug. 19-20, 2025, featuring 16 star-studded teams competing for a $1 million prize that will be split by the winners.
Emma Raducanu’s Response to Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open Invitation
Emma Raducanu was taken by surprise when Carlos Alcaraz asked her to partner with him. “He messaged me and asked me to play. I mean, I was very surprised and excited, of course,” Raducanu revealed in the interview.
The British player emphasized how special this opportunity feels, noting that she has known Alcaraz for many years, which makes their partnership even more meaningful.
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Raducanu was clear about her commitment to the partnership, stating her main goal is to perform at her best level. “I really want to do as best as I can to not let my partner down,” she said, showing the pressure she feels to match Alcaraz’s high standards.
The timing of their announcement came just before Alcaraz’s strong performance at Queen’s Club, where Raducanu was spotted in the stands supporting him. Alcaraz went on to win his second consecutive Queen’s Club title, defeating Jiri Lehecka in the final.
Raducanu Praises Alcaraz’s Dominant 2025 Season
Emma Raducanu admired Alcaraz’s incredible form, particularly his transition from winning the French Open to performing well on grass courts.
“It’s just routine for him to win tournaments, it’s incredible,” she said, highlighting how normal success has become for the Spanish player. Her comments came after Alcaraz successfully defended his Queen’s Club title, adding another trophy to his impressive 2025 collection.
The British player was especially impressed by Alcaraz’s quick adjustment between different playing surfaces.
“But to transition how he did from French to Queen’s so fast. It’s really, really impressive,” Raducanu noted, referring to his ability to switch from clay courts at Roland Garros to grass courts in London. She summed up her feelings with simple but heartfelt words: “And literally no other words than wow well done.”
Alcaraz’s recent form has been remarkable, with the 22-year-old winning his second French Open title in 2025 and then immediately showing his grass court skills at Queen’s Club. His 18-match winning streak and multiple titles this year have established him as one of the most dominant players on tour, currently leading the ATP in both wins and titles for 2025.
