“I Really Don’t Know,” ATP Legend Breaks Silence on Emma Raducanu’s Recent Coaching Collaboration With Andy Murray’s Former Coach Mark Petchey
After a rocky start to the 2025 season and a string of coaching changes, Emma Raducanu showed signs of resurgence at the Miami Open, reaching her first-ever WTA 1000 quarterfinal. Wins over Sayaka Ishii, Emma Navarro, McCartney Kessler, and Amanda Anisimova signaled a comeback—despite falling to Jessica Pegula in a hard-fought match.
Much of this recent progress has been linked to Raducanu’s renewed collaboration with Mark Petchey, former coach to Andy Murray. Though their partnership hasn’t been made official, Petchey was seen working closely with Raducanu ahead of her Miami Open quarterfinal.
Tim Henman Breaks His Silence
Former British No. 1 Tim Henman shared his perspective during a TNT Sports interview:
“I think it worked very well in Miami. Mark is someone I’ve known for years. He’s coached Emma before, so he’s a familiar face and voice for her.”
Petchey had previously coached Raducanu in 2020, prior to her 2021 US Open win, and has intermittently supported her since. But whether this partnership is long-term remains uncertain.
Henman added:
“What happens going forward, I really don’t know. Mark has responsibilities with the Tennis Channel in the U.S., so his availability could be limited.”
Medical Timeout and Miami Reflection
Raducanu pushed Pegula in a thrilling three-set battle but required a medical timeout due to dizziness from the Miami humidity.
“I just felt really dizzy and faint,” she said post-match. “It was very humid, and the long wait between games might have contributed.”
Despite the loss, she left Miami with a positive outlook:
“I’m proud of how I competed. Jessica showed her class in the end. There are still positives to take from this week.”
She later posted a warm message on Instagram:
📸 “Thank you, Miami.”
What’s Next for Raducanu?
With the clay season approaching, Raducanu made the tough call to withdraw from the Billie Jean King Cup, choosing instead to focus on a training block ahead of the French Open (starting May 25).
Team GB captain Anne Keothavong acknowledged the decision:
“Emma’s quality is undeniable, and we’ll miss her, but we support her choice and trust the team traveling next week.”
The Big Question: Can Petchey Help Emma Rise Again?
Petchey is a respected figure in tennis, having helped elevate Andy Murray from world No. 351 to 41 in less than a year. But his broadcasting commitments with the Tennis Channel, BBC, and others may limit his availability as a full-time coach.
As Henman put it:
“Will he be able to commit long-term? I don’t know. We’ll have to wait and see.”
🗳 Poll: Can Mark Petchey Be the Key to Emma’s Comeback?
- ✅ Yes, his experience is invaluable
- ❌ No, she needs a full-time coach
- 🤔 Maybe, if he commits more time
- ⏳ Too early to say
