Emma Raducanu puts 'cheating' row behind her as tennis star poses for video after Australian Open controversy
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Emma Raducanu and Amanda Anisimova have put to rest any speculation of a potential rift between them after sharing a friendly moment on social media.
The tennis stars were spotted together in Singapore on Sunday, with Anisimova posting a video to her Instagram story showing both players smiling for the camera.
The friendly interaction comes after their recent clash at the Australian Open, where Raducanu emerged victorious in a match that sparked controversy among tennis fans.
Raducanu defeated the American 6-3 7-5 in their second-round encounter in Melbourne, but the match was marred by a row.
Emma Raducanu is currently in Singapore as she looks to bounce back from her Australian Open third-round exit
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The British player called for a medical timeout during the early stages of the contest, citing a lower back issue.
After receiving treatment, Raducanu won six consecutive games to take the first set, prompting accusations of 'gamesmanship' from some fans.
One social media user went as far as to claim: "This is flat out cheating by the way."
Emma Raducanu and Amanda Anisimova have put to rest any speculation of a potential rift between them after sharing a friendly moment on social media
Both players are now set to compete in the Singapore Tennis Open, which begins on Monday.
Raducanu will face Cristina Bucsa in her opening round match.
The draw has set up a potential reunion between Raducanu and Anisimova, with the pair possibly meeting in the semi-finals if both progress through their respective matches.
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Speaking to ESPN ahead of the tournament, Raducanu expressed her excitement about returning to Singapore, describing it as "one of my favourite places in the world."
The 22-year-old explained her special connection to the city-state dates back to 2022.
"I feel it represents me a lot because [two of] the languages here -- Mandarin, as well as English -- I can use both," Raducanu said.
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She added that Singapore feels like her home away from the UK.
Raducanu's performance at the Australian Open marked her best showing at the year's opening Grand Slam.
Emma Raducanu lost to Iga Swiatek at the Australian Open earlier this month
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After defeating Anisimova, she faced second seed Iga Swiatek in the third round, ultimately falling 6-1, 6-0.
The result was still significant for the British player, as it marked only the second time she has progressed beyond the second round at a Grand Slam since her historic US Open triumph in 2021.
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