Hong Kong Open: Katie Boulter powers through to semi-finals
British number one Katie Boulter powered through to the Hong Kong Open semi-finals with a 6-4 6-0 win over Anastasia Zakharova.
Boulter, who is a career-high 27 in the world rankings, saved two break points in the seventh game of a tight first set, before making the crucial break herself in the 10th.
The second set was one-sided with Boulter winning it in just 30 minutes. The highlight was a stunning cross-court forehand after a lengthy rally in the fourth game.
“The first set I think I was on another planet,” said Boulter, who also reached the Pan Pacific Open semi-finals last week.
“She was playing some good tennis. I picked up at 5-3 and played some really good stuff after that. I was free and relaxed on the court.”
Second seed Boulter will play Yue Yuan in the semi-finals after the Chinese sixth seed beat American Sofia Kenin 6-3 6-3.
The 28-year-old is seeking a third WTA Tour win this season after victories in Nottingham and San Diego.
Related
Dan Gilbert to bring ultra-HD TV viewing venue to downtown…
Dan Gilbert plans to bring an immersive, ultra-high-definition TV viewing venue for sports and events to Detroit.Cosm, a Los Angeles-based firm, announced Frida
Senior Vice President of Community Engagement & Sports Philanthropy Chris…
Nov. 1, 2024 – AMB Sports and Entertainment Senior Vice President of Community Engagement and Sports Philanthropy Chris Millman has been named the Atlan
Malachi Corley blunder becomes key coaching point, in two ways
Last night’s homage to Desean Jackson by Jets receiver Malachi Corley carries with it two important coaching points, far
Carolina Athletics introduces alcohol sales at basketball, Olympic sports events…
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WTVD) -- Carolina Athletics will begin selling beer and wine at men's basketball games at the Smith Center, as well as women's basketball an
