“I couldn’t talk to her, but I’m glad she came” — Carlos Alcaraz smiles at Emma Raducanu’s surprise appearance

On June 21, 2025, world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz expressed his joy at Emma Raducanu’s unexpected appearance in the stands during his Queen’s Club Championships semifinal, where he defeated Roberto Bautista Agut 6-4, 6-4, per Daily Mail. In a post-match press conference, the 22-year-old Spaniard, who was unaware of Raducanu’s presence until afterward, said, “I couldn’t talk to her, but I’m glad she came. I saw it on social media after the match. It’s great to have Emma’s support, especially with our US Open plans,” per Express. Alcaraz’s smile underscored their strong bond, as they prepare for their “Alcaranu” mixed doubles partnership at the US Open on August 19-20, per Tennis365.

Raducanu, British No. 1 and world No. 36, was filmed cheering alongside Myah Petchey, daughter of her coach, reacting animatedly to Alcaraz’s drop shots and volleys, per Sportskeeda. Her visit, amid recovery from a back injury, added fuel to fan excitement, with X posts like @TheTennisLetter noting, “Emma’s support for Carlos is so wholesome,” per. Alcaraz, who personally chose Raducanu as his partner, emphasized their friendship, saying, “We’ve known each other a long time. It’s special to share this with her,” per The Guardian. Despite romance rumors sparked by her appearances at his 2024 Wimbledon final and now Queen’s, Alcaraz has confirmed he’s single, per Wales Online. The viral moment has heightened anticipation for their US Open campaign, per @alcarazdaily.