No.252 in WTA Rankings but a lot higher in UTR Rankings for Emma Raducanu as Aryna Sabalenka slides down out of top five
WTAWednesday, 28 February 2024 at 23:30
Emma
Raducanu has secured a spot within the top-100 of the UTR Ranking, despite
being the World No. 252 in the WTA Ranking. The British tennis player was
absent for a significant part of 2023 and struggled to accumulate points, but
upon her return in 2024 after an injury, she has shown an improvement in her
performance.
The 2021 US
Open champion underwent surgeries on both wrists and her ankle, leaving
positive impressions upon her return. Currently, she holds a 3-4 record this
year, with a notable victory over the World No. 18 Marie Bouzkova last week at
the WTA Qatar Open.
In her
initial months back on the Tour, she reached No. 63 in the UTR ranking, which
employs a different methodology compared to the conventional WTA system. The
UTR considers points from the last 52 weeks, taking into account the rounds
that players reach in each tournament.
For the UTR
ranking, victories against higher-ranked opponents carry more weight in the
calculation. Raducanu's impressive triumph over Bouzkova was pivotal,
showcasing her ability to compete with the best in the world and contributing
to her ranking improvement.
When is Raducanu returning to competition?
The
21-year-old British player is awaiting a wild card for Indian Wells to gain
access to the tournament's main draw. Raducanu holds a protected ranking of
103, which places her outside the direct entry list, and she did not register
for the qualifying rounds, anticipating an invitation from the organizers.
A similar
situation unfolds for the Miami Open, where she also hopes to receive a wild
card, though confirmation is pending. If an invitation to the main draw doesn't
materialize for either of the Sunshine Double tournaments, Raducanu might
consider participating in the WTA 125 Charleston in the second week of March or
the San Luis Open in Mexico to prevent further decline in the rankings.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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