Who is Caroline Garcia? Everything you need to know about Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon 2022 opponent


Wimbledon 2022 has reached its second round of action, with British favourites Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu both taking to Centre Court later today.

Raducanu will be hoping that she can build on her impressive win against Allison Van Uytvanck when she comes up against French favourite, Caroline Garcia.

Here is everything you need to know about the 28-year-old ahead of the eagerly anticipated clash this afternoon.

Who is Caroline Garcia?

Caroline Garcia is currently ranked No.55 in the world rankings and is making her second appearance at the Wimbledon Championships, having reached the fourth round on her debut back in 2017.

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A former world No.10 (No.4 in 2018), Garcia arrives at Wimbledon in fine form, having claimed her first title of the season with victory at the WTA Hamburg last week.

Garcia has endured a mixed campaign so far this year, though she does boast a positive W/L record, having won 14 of her 25 games in 2022.

Emma Raducanu will enter the clash as the favourite with the bookmakers, but make no mistake about it, Garcia is more than capable of pulling off the upset.

Where to Watch Emma Raducanu vs Caroline Garcia?

British tennis fans will be able to watch Emma Raducanu vs Caroline Garcia on the BBC One channel. Wimbledon 2022 games will be available on the BBC red button throughout the day.

Those with a TV license will be able to stream the game on the go through the BBC iPlayer app.


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