British primary Emma Laducane has withdrawn from her opening United Cup match in opposition to Naomi Osaka in Perth.
The 23-year-old was because of signify Group GB in opposition to the four-time main champions on Sunday, however was withdrawn earlier than the sport because of an unknown damage.
Group GB captain Tim Henman instructed Australian broadcaster 9: “To be sincere, she was very, very shut.
“It wasn’t a simple determination. She has been working towards arduous.”
Henman stated she hoped she could be eligible for Group GB’s subsequent group stage match in opposition to Greece.
He instructed 9: “I do not assume she’s essentially out of this event but.”
Osaka will as an alternative face Britain’s No. 10 Katie Swan.
Raducanu withdrew from two exhibition matches late final yr to deal with getting match for the beginning of the 2026 season.
