Katie Boulter

Katie Boulter

Katie Boulter edges past second seed Beatriz Maia to reach San Diego quarter-finals

Katie Boulter has advanced to the quarter-finals of the WTA 500 event in San Diego after defeating second seed Beatriz Maia in a hard-fought match. The British tennis player will now face the winner of the match between No 7 seed Donna Vekic and Canadian qualifier Marina Stakusic in the next round.

First WTA 500 quarter-final for Katie Boulter

This victory marks a significant milestone for Boulter, as it is her first WTA 500 quarter-final appearance. The Briton showcased her fighting spirit by coming back from a set down to secure the win against the higher-ranked opponent, Beatriz Haddad Maia.