“Heartbreaker” – Danielle Collins pokes fun at Emma Raducanu’s ‘brutal’ denial of dating rumors with Carlos Alcaraz
Emma Raducanu, the 2021 US Open champion, firmly shut down swirling rumors of a romantic relationship with Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time Wimbledon champion, during a pre-tournament press conference at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships. The speculation arose after the pair were announced as mixed doubles partners for the revamped US Open event in August 2025, prompting fans and media to buzz about a possible off-court connection. Raducanu’s blunt response, “We’re just good friends,” delivered with a smile, ended the press conference on a humorous note, with the moderator quipping, “I think we’ll wrap it up there,” and Raducanu laughing, “Way to wrap up!” The exchange, reported by *Sportskeeda* and *Hindustan Times* on June 29, 2025, caught the attention of former WTA No. 7 Danielle Collins, who playfully commented on Instagram, “Brutal!! @emmaraducanu such a heartbreaker🤣,” poking fun at Raducanu’s direct dismissal.
The rumors were fueled by several moments throughout June 2025. Raducanu was spotted cheering for Alcaraz at the Queen’s Club Championships, where he won the title on June 22, arriving at the venue minutes apart and appearing to share a “spark,” according to *The Sun*. Their joint endorsement with Evian, culminating in a promotional photoshoot at Wimbledon, further stoked speculation, as noted by *EssentiallySports*. Alcaraz’s comments about their “really good relationship” since meeting at Wimbledon 2021, where both had breakout runs, added to the narrative. Raducanu recalled, “He beat Stef [Tsitsipas] in the third round… it was really cool to go through that tournament together,” per *The Guardian*. Yet, she emphasized their bond as platonic, rooted in mutual respect from their early careers.[](https://www.essentiallysports.com/wta-atp-tennis-news-emma-raducanu-triggers-cheeky-danielle-collins-brutal-heartbreaker-response/)[](https://www.nine.com.au/sport/tennis/news-2025-carlos-alcaraz-emma-raducanu-romantic-relationship-rumours-report-us-open-mixed-doubles-pairing-20250624-p5ma12.html)[](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/jun/23/emma-raducanu-carlos-alcaraz-genuine-connection-us-open-mixed-doubles)
Collins’ lighthearted “heartbreaker” jab, posted on June 28, 2025, resonated with fans, with *Express.co.uk* noting her knack for stirring the pot. Her comment reflected the playful tone of the situation, as Raducanu and Alcaraz both seemed unfazed by the gossip, with Raducanu telling the BBC, “I’m glad the internet is having fun and we’re providing some entertainment for everyone.” Alcaraz, who initiated the US Open partnership, jokingly called Raducanu “the boss” of their doubles team, per *Times of India*. Their chemistry, evident in practice sessions and social media interactions, has kept fans hopeful despite Raducanu’s denial.
Both players are now focused on Wimbledon, with Raducanu facing wildcard Mingge Xu on June 30, 2025, and Alcaraz beginning his title defense against Fabio Fognini. Raducanu’s candid dismissal of the rumors, coupled with Collins’ cheeky response, has only amplified the buzz around their friendship, leaving fans to wonder if their US Open collaboration might reignite the speculation. For now, Raducanu’s “brutal” honesty and Collins’ witty quip have added a fun, off-court subplot to the 2025 tennis season. (Word count: 500)[](https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-heartbreaker-danielle-collins-pokes-fun-emma-raducanu-s-brutal-denial-dating-rumors-carlos-alcaraz)[](https://motorcyclesports.net/emma-raducanu-heartbreaker-or-just-good-friends-danielle-collins-amusing-reaction-unveiled/)
