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Raducanu wants Wimbledon to try innovative mixed doubles

Raducanu wants Wimbledon to try innovative mixed doubles

Summary

Emma Raducanu wants Wimbledon to try a new mixed doubles event that features famous tennis players, similar to what the US Open did. The US Open's event attracted many top players with a large prize and a different game format, although some people saw it as just for show. Raducanu thinks it was successful and could be a good idea for other Grand Slam tournaments.

Key Facts

  • Emma Raducanu wants Wimbledon to try a mixed doubles event like the one at the US Open.
  • The US Open event had famous players and a $1 million prize.
  • It used a shorter version of the game called 'fast four.'
  • Some people viewed the US Open event as more of an exhibition match.
  • Raducanu believes the event built excitement before the main tournament.
  • Other Grand Slam events like the Australian Open and French Open may be less likely to adopt it.
  • The US Open event reportedly attracted 78,000 fans.
  • Raducanu and her partner, Carlos Alcaraz, lost in the first round but she enjoyed the experience.
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