Emma Raducanu expressed frustration after a crucial line-call error played a role in her narrow Wimbledon defeat to Aryna Sabalenka. The British star, who showed moments of brilliance in a tightly contested match, raised concerns over a Hawk-Eye decision that may have shifted the momentum at a key point.
Raducanu was battling hard in the second set when a contentious call—originally ruled out but reversed by Hawk-Eye—allowed Sabalenka to take a decisive point. The incident occurred during a long rally and was critical to the outcome of the game. Despite Raducanu’s belief that the ball was clearly out, the system showed it clipping the line.
Speaking after the match, Raducanu didn’t hold back:
“It’s disappointing, especially in a moment like that. I really thought the ball was out. You expect technology to be accurate, but today it felt off.”
The 2021 US Open champion stopped short of blaming the loss entirely on the call but suggested such moments can significantly affect a player’s rhythm and confidence. Fans and analysts also took to social media to question the reliability of Hawk-Eye under pressure.
Sabalenka, meanwhile, advanced to the next round, but the debate surrounding electronic line-calling resurfaced once again — especially in matches where the stakes are high and margins are razor-thin.
As Raducanu continues her comeback on the grass court, the incident is sure to add fuel to ongoing discussions about the future of line-calling technology in the sport.