All you need is a little time away for yourself after a breakup! This age-old advice is often given to those ending their relationships, and sports personalities are no exception. Recently, British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu has been taking some much-needed time for herself following her split from billionaire boyfriend Carlo Agostinelli.
Carlo and Emma’s romance had captured headlines after they reportedly started dating in May 2023. The pair were seen arm-in-arm at Paris Fashion Week and have gone for many luxurious holidays together. However, recent developments suggest a split, as both have unfollowed each other on Instagram. A source informed The Sun, “Emma has 2.4 million followers on Instagram but Carlo is no longer one of them. It seems their relationship has run its course.” However, soon after the breakup, Emma now seems to have acquired a new hobby for herself.
In a video that the British Tennis star shared on her Instagram story, she can be seen playing piano. This video aligns well with what the 21-year-old had shared earlier about her hobbies. Speaking to Porsche in 2023, she shared her day off schedule and expressed her love for Piano. “On a day off, I like to practice some piano… I just started to learn and have a long way to go but I really love the melodies once you get it”, the 21-year-old had said. However, piano isn’t her sole interest.
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The 21-year-old likes to play Mahjong, read, and learn about new cultures and is fond of motorsport as well. As far as her relationship is concerned, seemingly it was the tennis star who called it quits. For the unversed, her ex-partner Carlo is the son of tycoon Robert Agostinelli, the co-founder and chairman of private equity firm Rhone Group. While the pair is now no longer together, it was not long before the Australian Open winner revealed that she was not allowed to have boyfriends.
When Emma Raducanu was banned from having boyfriends!
Emma Raducanu recently opened up to The Sunday Times magazine, shedding light on her upbringing and the influence of her parents on her tennis journey. Despite initial reluctance towards tennis, Emma revealed that her father played a crucial role in pushing her into the sport. “I did not like tennis in my initial days, and it was my dad who forced me to pursue the sport,” she confessed.
In a candid revelation, Emma disclosed the strict rules imposed by her parents, including a ban on boyfriends. She recalled, “My parents were very much against that [boyfriends] as it interfered with training. When I was younger, I wasn’t even allowed to hang out with my girlfriends.”
While initially resentful of these restrictions, Emma acknowledged the positive impact it had on her. She remarked, “A lot of the time I was very resentful. But it made me very confident and comfortable in my own company, which is also a big strength.” Emma’s resilient attitude is reflected in her Instagram Story as well, showcasing her self-assurance. Currently, she is gearing up for the Wimbledon Championships, having withdrawn from the French Open to focus on the grass and hard-court seasons.
