Boulter wins Japan Open after rain delays
Katie Boulter won her first‑round match at the Japan Open after rain interruptions, defeating wildcard Himeno Sakatsume 6-3 6-1.
Key facts
- Boulter won 6-3 6-1 vs Sakatsume
- Match suspended due to heavy rain
- Boulter is world No.58
- Boulter will face Viktorija Golubic next
- Boulter has 20-20 record in last 40 matches
Sky Sports reported that Boulter won 6-3 6-1 against Himeno Sakatsume. The match was suspended on Monday due to heavy rain in Osaka, according to Sky Sports.
BBC Sport stated that Boulter was leading 6-3 3-1 when play was halted. The game resumed on Tuesday, and Boulter completed the victory, according to BBC Sport.
Boulter said she wanted to play the next day but the rain prevented it, according to BBC Sport. She said she had to maintain the same mindset and finish the match, according to BBC Sport.
Sky Sports noted that Boulter is world No.58 and will face Viktorija Golubic next, according to Sky Sports. Sky Sports also reported that Boulter has 20-20 record across her last 40 matches, according to Sky Sports.
Context
The Japan Open is a WTA Tour event held in Osaka, where play was disrupted by heavy rainfall. Boulter had only played three matches since September 30, according to Sky Sports.
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