Emma Raducanu set to return to Great Britain’s Billie Jean King Cup team with open arms, says Katie Boulter

Emma Raducanu’s return to the Great Britain’s Billie Jean King Cup team has been met with excitement and anticipation, as she prepares to play in her second tie for her country this week in France. Despite facing injuries that have kept her out of previous ties, Raducanu is set to join Katie Boulter, Harriet Dart, Heather Watson, and Francesca Jones in Le Portel.

Boulter expressed her delight at Raducanu’s return, stating that they have missed her and will welcome her back with open arms. With the tie being played on indoor clay, the same surface as Raducanu’s next WTA tournament in Stuttgart, her presence in the team is highly anticipated.

Ranked at 302, Raducanu is the lowest-ranked member of the team, but it is expected that she will play a significant role in the tie against France. The British team, led by captain Anne Keothavong, is considered the underdogs against France, who are led by world No 23 Caroline Garcia.

Despite the tough competition, Boulter remains optimistic, highlighting the team’s camaraderie and determination to play good tennis. Raducanu’s presence in the team, along with Boulter’s recent success on the WTA Tour, has boosted Britain’s chances in the tie.

The head-to-head record between Great Britain and France stands at 2-2, with both teams vying for a spot in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals. The winners of the tie will qualify for the Finals in Seville in November, adding an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming matches.

Overall, Raducanu’s return to the team has generated a buzz of anticipation and optimism, as Great Britain prepares to take on France in what promises to be an exciting Billie Jean King Cup tie.