Emma Raducanu Reunites with Former Coach at Miami Open, Tim Henman Weighs In
Emma Raducanu has reached the quarter-finals of the Miami Open with the support of a familiar face—her former coach, Mark Petchey. The British tennis star, ranked No. 60 in the world, has been working without a full-time coach after ending her trial with Vladimir Platenik just 14 days in.
Henman on Raducanu’s Coaching Approach
Former British No. 1 Tim Henman wasn’t surprised to see Petchey back in Raducanu’s camp. The two previously worked together before her breakthrough summer in 2021, and Petchey, now a Tennis Channel analyst, has been informally offering guidance in Miami.
“Was I surprised? Yes and no,” Henman said. “Petch is at many of these tournaments working in media, and he knows Emma’s game well. So it makes sense if she wants some input.”
Henman has also been impressed by Raducanu’s resilience. “She didn’t play well in Indian Wells, but she stuck at it. Now in Miami, with the hard work she’s put in, she’s playing very well and has a great opportunity,” he added.
Raducanu’s Changing Coaching Philosophy
Raducanu has gained a reputation for frequently changing coaches, but Henman believes she is simply following her own approach.
“It’s horses for courses,” he said. “Emma has been clear that she’s comfortable switching coaches. That’s her prerogative. I worked with just three coaches over 15 years, but that was right for me—it doesn’t mean it’s right for her.”
With her quarter-final run in Miami, Raducanu will be looking to build momentum heading into the clay season. Henman, meanwhile, is preparing for a new role as vice-captain of Team Europe at the Laver Cup, where he will mentor top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev.
