Emma Raducanu has officially rehired Andrew Richardson, the coach who guided her to her stunning 2021 US Open victory. As she prepares for her return to competition next week at the WTA 500 event in Strasbourg, Raducanu aims to regain her form after a two-month hiatus due to post-viral illness.

Richardson will accompany Raducanu at the tournament, marking her first competitive outing since her health setback. Prior to this, Raducanu spent time at Richardson’s base at the Ferrer Academy in La Nucía, Spain, engaging in a clay-court training block that served as a trial for their renewed partnership.

In a statement, Raducanu expressed her gratitude: “Grateful to have reconnected with someone who has known me for over a decade now and looking forward to building together one iteration at a time.”

The duo has a long-standing relationship, having first collaborated during Raducanu's youth. Initially, she worked with Nigel Sears during her breakthrough summer in 2021 before teaming up with Richardson in July. Their collaboration led to one of tennis's most remarkable achievements, as Raducanu won the US Open as a qualifier without dropping a set.

However, less than two weeks post-victory, Raducanu made the controversial decision not to extend her coaching partnership with Richardson, sparking significant discussion about the impact of her choices during a tumultuous time.

Since then, Raducanu has faced challenges in establishing a stable coaching relationship, having recently parted ways with Francisco Roig after six months. Roig now coaches Iga Swiatek, a six-time grand slam champion. Raducanu's search for familiar support has led her to work with various coaches, including Alexis Canter during her last tournament at Indian Wells.

With Richardson back in her corner, Raducanu hopes to reclaim her position in the top 30 and build on her past success as she heads into the French Open.