Katie Boulter

Now 4-4 in final set.

Oh darn it. Badosa wins 4-6, 7-5, 6-4.
:sad:

Radio Five Live did commentary on her match and she seemed to be playing okay until towards the end.

at 4-2 up in the second I could only see Katie winning, after that Badosa seemed to focus on keeping the ball in court and moving Katie around. Badosa won three games in double quick time and it turned the momentum of the match. Katie's game isn't really suited for clay, she hits too flat although it worked well for a set and a half. Her movement and lack of feel on the ball also got found out later on.
Still, it was a good performance for the most part against a former top ten player who's on the up again.

It is a shame Katie lost but she put in a good effort considering clay is not her strong surface. She is in doubles later on today with Heather.

Katie Boulter is now 31st in the world rankings. :clap:

Oooh, I think that means she'll be a seed at Wimbers!

Not really surprised tbf but it's lovely to read that Katie is now engaged to Alex DeMinaur!!!
:love:

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Whopper of an engagement ring - she'd better find a safe place for it when back on the WTA tour ...

That is great news!

Lovely news!!