British Ace Katie Boulter Sends Badosa Packing at Wimbledon

Katie Boulter lit up the Wimbledon stage with a commanding performance, eliminating No. 9 seed Paula Badosa in a high-stakes first-round clash that thrilled the home crowd and confirmed her status as Britain’s rising tennis star.

Boulter, backed by a passionate Court 1 audience, played with confidence and control to claim a straight-sets victory: 7–5, 6–3. The win marks one of the biggest of her career and signals her growing threat on the Grand Slam stage.

“This is exactly where I want to be,” said a jubilant Boulter after the match.

“I’ve worked hard for this, and to do it here at Wimbledon, in front of a home crowd, is something I’ll never forget.”

The 27-year-old Brit applied consistent pressure from the baseline, using her aggressive forehand and strong serve to dictate rallies. Despite Badosa’s attempts to mount a comeback in the opening set, she struggled to counter Boulter’s momentum and precision.

Paula Badosa, a former world No. 2 and established Grand Slam contender, looked out of sorts for much of the match—unable to find her usual rhythm or break Boulter’s resilience on key points.

For Boulter, the result is a huge confidence boost and a breakthrough moment in front of her home fans. Having gradually climbed the rankings over the past year, this win solidifies her as a serious contender and one of Britain’s brightest hopes at Wimbledon 2025.

As top seeds continue to fall early in the draw, Boulter’s strong start may pave the way for a deeper run—and more moments to shine on the grass she knows best.