Wimbledon unlikely to copy US Open's revamped mixed doubles format, despite pleas from Emma Raducanu

The organizers of the US Open broke from tradition in attempting a new format for the mixed doubles event, leading to mixed reactions from the tennis community. However, it appears Wimbledon tournament directors will not be following in the footsteps of their brethren at Flushing Meadows, despite support from British tennis star Emma Raducanu.

The new mixed doubles format saw the event take place over two days in the week before the US Open commenced. Furthermore, the tournament featured several top singles players, with only one established doubles team invited to the event.

Although there were several critics of the new format, it was deemed a huge success, with packed crowds and massive interest and exposure around the world. This led to speculation that the other Grand Slams might take interest and decide to employ the revised layout during their own events.

However, reports have surfaced that the Wimbledon organizers have no intention of using this revamped format in the near future. The most significant reason being that unlike the other major events, Wimbledon does not open its doors to the public in the week before the tournament, with qualifying held off site at Roehampton.

Raducanu voices support for new mixed doubles tournament design

Additionally, doubles is immensely popular among Wimbledon crowds, as this is the preferred format among the majority of British recreational tennis players. Therefore, the stands are likely to be full regardless of who takes to the court.

After participating at the new mixed doubles event in New York, former World No.10 and British star Raducanu, who partnered with Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, threw her support behind the idea of other slams using this new format.

"I think it would be so fun if all the slams got involved and did something similar," said Raducanu.

However, the other Grand Slams do not appear to be interested in straying away from tradition. The Australian Open organizers have already indicated they do not plan on switching to a new format, whereas French Open directors have also hinted that they will not be following the US Open's lead.