Katie Boulter extends Nottingham Open winning streak past Sonay Kartal

Katie Boulter, the two-time defending champion at the Nottingham Open, narrowly defeated fellow Briton Sonay Kartal 6-4, 1-6, 7-5 in a gripping match to reach the quarter-finals and keep her bid for a third consecutive title alive. Despite trailing in the final set and struggling with the heat, Boulter rallied with determination and extended her winning streak at the tournament to 12 matches. Kartal, who led 4-2 in the decider and won more points overall, was praised by Boulter for her toughness and potential to surpass her in the future. Boulter will next face American McCartney Kessler, who comfortably defeated China's Zhu Lin, while Boulter remains the last British player in the women's singles after Mimi Xu lost to Magda Linette. Both players expressed mutual respect, with Kartal highlighting her excitement for upcoming tournaments and confidence heading into Wimbledon. The match showcased Boulter's resilience and experience on grass, reinforcing her status as a formidable competitor at Nottingham.