Inside the world of ‘lone wolf' Emma Raducanu & her strict relationship rules following Alcaraz romance rumours
And the rumour mill was rife ahead of Wimbledon this year with insiders joking the 22-year-old was being 'fought over' by two fellow players.
Advertisement
11
Emma Raducanu is now worth around £10 million
Credit: Getty
11
She is hoping to take home a trophy at Wimbledon this year
Credit: Darren Fletcher
However, the tennis ace had previously denied any
Besides Emma certainly has more important things to focus on than romantic relationships.
At the age of 18
Advertisement
Read More on Wimbledon
Now 22, the tennis powerhouse
And it seems that solo time is where the star's priorities lie as she has previously described herself as a lone wolf.
Here Fabulous looks inside the world of Britain's most independent tennis player…
ONLY CHILD
Emma is the only child of her parents Renee and Ion Raducanu.
Advertisement
Most read in Sport
The family moved to Bromley, South East London from their home in Canada and Emma credits her parents with keeping her focused on her training.
In an interview with The Sun following her US Open win, she explained that her hectic schedule kept her away from friends.
She said: 'I've been a bit busy lately so I haven't been able to hang out with my friends as much, but it's just nice to have those conversations and go to the same places that you used to go.
Emma Raducanu hammers Elise Mertens as Brit reaches Grand Slam third round for first time since US Open victory
'And I have my parents — who were telling me off yesterday morning, big time.'
Advertisement
Asked what she did wrong, Emma said with a laugh: 'I said I was tired! They both told me off.'
BOOMING BUSINESS
While her training schedule may be full on, the 21-year-old has proven that hard work pays off.
In 2020 Emma set up her firm Harbour 6, which channels her sports and commercial earnings, just as her tennis career was taking off.
Advertisement
She entered the US Open as a qualifier before shocking the world with her eventual triumph at Flushing Meadow.
The success saw Raducanu crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 2021 and handed an MBE in the New Year's Honours list.
11
She shot to fame when she became the youngest Brit to win the US Open in 2021
Credit: Getty
11
She has since become a runaway success earning around £148,000 a week
Credit: Getty
Advertisement
As a result she went from barely making money from tennis to banking £1.8m from her sensational US Open win a year later. Deals with huge brands then followed.
And in April it was revealed that her company had earned £7.7 million in a year, with Emma netting around £148,000 a week.
The accounts – which Raducanu, 21, signed off herself – show the business has £10.2 million in assets including £6.3 million in cash.
The firm, of which Kent-based Emma is the sole director, is due to pay bills of £2.2million, including corporation tax at £1.8 million.
Advertisement
Raducanu set up the business as a teenager in 2020 while her tennis career was taking off. Her firm made £7.7 million in profits for the year ending February 28, 2023.
The Brit star has been tipped to become a billionaire.
LONE WOLF
While young millions are wont to blow thousands on wild parties and jetting A-list friends off on luxurious holidays, Emma is perfectly happy in her own company.
Speaking to
Advertisement
'Being comfortable in my own company and in the silence that comes with it is something that helps me stay fresh.'
STRICT DATING RULES
It is a good thing that Emma enjoys her own company as her parents have given her some very strict rules when it comes to dating.
'My parents were very much against that [boyfriends] as it interfered with training,' she told the
'When I was younger I wasn't even allowed to hang out with my girlfriends. A lot of the time I was very resentful.
Advertisement
'But it made me very confident and comfortable in my own company, which is also a big strength.'
BILLIONAIRE BOYFRIEND
However, one suitor did slip through the net with Emma famously dating billionaire Carlo Agostinelli.
The couple got together in May 2023 and were first seen together at Paris Fashion Week.
11
While she was once banned from dating she had a short relationship with billionaire Carlo Agostinelli
Credit: Getty
Advertisement
11
Emma's parents discouraged her from dating, she's seen here with her mum
Credit: The Times
Former Spurs academy footballer Carlo is the son of tycoon Robert Agostinelli, who generated his fortune as the co-founder and chairman of private equity firm Rhone Group.
Robert is said to be worth more than £780million.
They frequently featured on each other's Instagram pages and shared snaps showing them on luxury holidays together in Greece and Mexico.
Advertisement
However, their romance was short-lived.
The Wimbledon hopeful and tycoon's son Carlo, 23, a former head boy of private Harrow school before moving to California to study at Stanford University, unfollowed each other on Instagram last month.
And Emma has also blocked Carlo from her social media account, suggesting she is the one who called time on the relationship.
A source said: 'Emma has 2.4million followers on Instagram but Carlo is no longer one of them.
Advertisement
'It seems their relationship has run its course.'
FROM CARLO TO CARLOS
While her performance on pitch ought to be the focus of Emma's Wimbledon performance, it was her life off-pitch that had punters talking.
She and Carlos Alcaraz have been subject to swirling rumours about a potential romance after they announced they would be
11
Rumours have begun to swirl about the dynamic between Alcaraz and Raducanu
Credit: Getty
Advertisement
Insiders said
They claimed the pair also arrived at
A source said: 'Emma and
'He was apparently seen at her hotel last week and on Thursday and Saturday, when Emma went to support him, Emma's car arrived just minutes after Carlos got to Queens with his team.
Advertisement
'Inside they were seen laughing and joking with one another.
"They seem very happy and relaxed with each other'
A second source added: 'It wasn't just the tennis lot who were talking about it.
Advertisement
'People who worked for the BBC and other broadcasters were all gossiping about it.
'The only love being talked about was about Emma and Carlos.'
However, when asked about it in her pre-Wimbledon press conference, the British star said while giggling: "We're just good friends".
LOVE TRIANGLE RUMOURS
Despite her denial, just a few days later Nick Kyrgios joked that Emma was part of a 'love triangle.'
Advertisement
Speaking on talkSPORT, Kyrgios suggested two-time defending men's champion Alcaraz and British number one Jack Draper were 'fighting over' Emma.
11
Emma and Jack Draper have also been at the centre of romance rumours
Credit: PA
"I don't know, I think it's a love triangle," Kyrgios joked.
"Draper, Alcaraz, Raducanu. They're fighting over Raducanu I think, I'm not sure."
Advertisement
He went on to add that romance or not, Emma was at the top of her game.
He said: "The tennis world loves a love story, they love to try and put two together but Raducanu is number one British female player at the moment, she's doing fairly well."
11
Wimbledon 2025 LIVE -
Advertisement
CELEBRITY SUPPORT
But while Emma may not have a significant other cheering her on from the side lines she has plenty of support from her celebrity fans.
Various famous faces, including Boris Johnson, Ant & Dec, Stephen Fry, Nicola Sturgeon and Clare Balding have paid tribute to her success.
Even the late Queen published an open letter to congratulate Raducanu on her remarkable triumph - which the tennis star planned to frame.
Raducanu is also mates with Marcus Rashford, with the Manchester United hero offering his support when she crashed out of the tournament in 2021.
Advertisement
She told Vogue: "I was feeling like I let people down, so for him to reassure me like that - I was extremely grateful."
Rashford congratulated Raducanu on her American success, tweeting: "Look at that bounce back... US Open champion, amazing. Congratulations!"
And she went to the same school as sprinter Dina Asher-Smith, although they attended Newstead Wood in Orpington at different times.
Raducanu has not forgotten her roots, taking time out of her busy schedule to visit her old primary school on sports day.
Advertisement
She inspired the next generation by handing out medals and playing tennis with the kids, giving them some priceless tips.
While in 2022, ambitious Emma was awarded an MBE by the King.
11
Catherine Jenkins and David Beckham watched one of her matches last year
Credit: Darren Fletcher
11
Emma's mum Renee Zhai (right) seated near Romeo Beckham (left) during Wimbledon last year
Credit: PA
Advertisement
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
RTÉ News
an hour ago
- RTÉ News
Seamus Power makes solid start at John Deere Classic
Seamus Power carded a solid opening round of 67 at the John Deere Classic to lie inside the top-30 near the end of Day 1 in Illinois. The two-time PGA Tour winner has endured a difficult few months, with five missed cuts in his last nine events since a tied-eighth finish at the Valspar Championship in late March. The Waterford golfer has been hindered by recurring back issues, which forced his withdrawal from the Canadian Open after nine holes and his withdrawal after 18 holes (of 36) in US Open qualifying. However, he posted a strong showing at TPC Deere Run on Thursday, carding five birdies with just one dropped to join the group of players on four-under par, five adrift of leader Doug Ghim. Power, who birdied all three par-5s, registered three birdies on the trot around the turn, sinking a 17ft putt on the par-4 ninth, and clipping his approach shots in close at the 10th and 11th holes. He dropped his only shot at the par-3 12th before notching another birdie at the long 17th. Leader and Illinois native Ghim made an eagle from the sixth fairway en route to a bogey-free 62. Max Homa lies one stroke further back after his best round of 2025, a bogey at his last hole - the ninth - costing him a share of the lead. Tied-second alongside Homa is Austin Eckroat, who eagled two of his first five holes en route to his own round of 63. As the afternoon wave finished their rounds, four players were in the clubhouse on seven-under, David Lipsky, Sam Stevens, Justin Lower and past John Deere champion Michael Kim. Rickie Fowler is in the grouping on six-under, after posting a scintillating 29 on his inward nine, the front nine.
The Irish Sun
an hour ago
- The Irish Sun
Horse racing tips: ‘This race should set up perfectly for him' – Templegate's red-hot Sandown NAP
TEMPLEGATE tackles Friday's action hungry for winners. Back a horse by clicking their odds below. CASH (4.10 Sandown, nap). Jamie Spencer's mount can swoop late to take the Listed Gala Stakes. He was in decent form at Goodwood last time when the challenge came a little late. There are a couple of prominent racers in the field who should set it up nicely. ELSASS (3.25 Doncaster, nb) Went down in a tight finish here last time and can go one better for in-form Charlie Johnston. The handicapper has left his mark alone despite that promising effort and he has a lot more to offer with just four starts under his belt. TRUESHAN (4.45 Sandown, treble). He's nine now but looked in good form when returning with an excellent fourth in a French Group 1 last time out. It's a big drop down to Listed level from there and we know he has plenty of staying power. He won this race last year and can repeat the feat. Templegate's tips FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Most read in Horse Racing Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
The Irish Sun
an hour ago
- The Irish Sun
Black Sabbath fans left fuming as Ozzy Osbourne charges ‘laughable' amount for VIP meet and greet
FANS have been left unimpressed over 'laughable' Ozzy Osbourne charges for a VIP meet and greet. Ozzy co-founded iconic rock band Black Sabbath in Birmingham back in 1968. 4 Fans are fuming over 'laughable' Ozzy Osbourne VIP meet and greet costs Credit: AP 4 Ozzy rose to fame in iconic rock band Black Sabbath Credit: Getty He will soon be appearing at Comic Con Midlands along with his family. However, pricing for a VIP meet and greet with Ozzy has reportedly left fans raging. This comprises a group photo with Ozzy, Sharon, Kelly and Jack - but is restricted to two people per photo, except for under-5s. Read more on Ozzy Osbourne Meanwhile, supporters hoping Ozzy will sign their guitar or microphone will have to fork out £750. This comes to £1,416 altogether, when counting the Ultimate Sin VIP package. As well as this, the music legend will also sign a book for £225 as well as a album, toy or poster for £375 - for VIP purchasers. Writing on Facebook, one user commented: "Laughable prices, genuinely laughable." Most read in Music Another joked: "Time to start selling me kidney." While a third queried: "Do we have to get VIP to meet Ozzy or can we meet him solo?" Ozzy Osbourne announces final Black Sabbath gig as band reunite for 'greatest heavy metal show ever' with HUGE line up To which the events page replied: "You'll need the VIP package." The 76-year-old has reunited with Black Sabbath on several occasions after originally leaving in 1979. On Saturday, he will perform alongside his bandmates Ozzy has had a number health issues over the years which have prevented him going back out on tour. They will play on home turf - Villa Park in Birmingham - as part of the Back To The Beginning festival. Along with Ozzy, the show will reunite the original band members – Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward – for the first time in 20 years. Speaking about the final gig, Ozzy candidly said: "I'll be there, and I'll do the best I can. So all I can do is turn up." The gig will also feature sets from other huge heavy metal bands, including Metallica, Slayer, and Pantera. But "We're only playing a couple of songs each. "I don't want people thinking 'we're getting ripped off', because it's just going to be … what's the word? … a sample, you're going to get a few songs each by Ozzy and Sabbath.' 4 Ozzy has had a number of health issues over the years Credit: Getty 4 The group are soon set to play their final performance Credit: Getty
