- Emma Navarro (world No.15) says she prefers to stay out of the spotlight and welcomes being underestimated.
- Navarro reflects on a rollercoaster 2025 season and the challenge of adapting to life on tour.
- She credits her father’s example but rejects being defined by his influence.
- Navarro will start the 2026 season at the WTA Auckland event and aims to build on recent work.
H2: Emma Navarro keeps a low profile as she returns to the tour
Emma Navarro, the American currently ranked No.15 in the world, is preparing to begin her season at the WTA Auckland tournament. In a candid interview with NZ Herald, Navarro said she doesn’t chase media attention and is comfortable flying under the radar compared with compatriots such as Coco Gauff or Amanda Anisimova.
“If I manage to go unnoticed, that’s where I’d like to be. I’m not one to seek the spotlight for long,” Navarro told reporters. She added that if opponents or the public underestimate her, that’s fine — she’ll keep focusing on her game.
H3: A season of highs and lows
Navarro described 2025 as a period of growth mixed with setbacks. “Undoubtedly, 2025 was full of ups and downs. It’s always said that the second season as a professional is the most difficult, and perhaps that was a bit true in my case,” she said.
She stressed the daily challenges of the tour: travel, pressure, separation from family and consistently rising standards on the WTA circuit. Navarro said the experience has taught her resilience and the need to keep improving.
H3: Family, influence and independence
Questions about her family came up in the interview. Navarro acknowledged her father’s role as an investor and public figure, calling him “a great example to follow”. Still, she pushed back against simple labels.
“He’s doing incredible things in many different areas and he’s very generous and careful with his time and money,” she said. “I don’t like being labeled for that. I wasn’t given everything as a child.”
Navarro made clear that while she appreciates her father’s support, she wants to be recognized for her work and achievements on court.
H2: What to expect in Auckland
Navarro arrives in Auckland aiming to use preseason work to sharpen her game. She said she enjoyed time at home away from tennis but is excited to compete again.
“For me, this week in Auckland won’t be so different or new. I’ll keep moving forward, keep improving, and there are many things I’ve been working on that I hope to leverage,” she said.
Short-term expectations are measured: Navarro is not making grand promises but intends to translate training gains into stronger performances.
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Emma Navarro’s approach — quiet, steady and focused on the work — sets the tone for her start to the season in Auckland. She remains one to watch as she looks to turn preseason progress into results on court.
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