Another day, another high-profile tennis player tapping out mid-match. This time, it was Britain’s own Emma Raducanu, who bowed out of the Wuhan Open in a scene that’s becoming distressingly familiar. Down 6-1, 4-1 to Ann Li, Raducanu called it quits, sparking yet another round of the “are we working these athletes to death?” conversation. Honestly, it’s a valid question.

The 22-year-old was visibly struggling on the court, looking dizzy and unwell before a medical team finally intervened. It wasn’t just a bad day at the office; she was seen clutching her chest, and the physio was checking her temperature and blood pressure. It was a worrying sight for anyone watching, a stark reminder that these athletes aren’t indestructible robots programmed for our entertainment.

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