The former US Open champion’s comeback from her latest injury setback was the focus as Great Britain eased through to the quarter-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup in Malaga with victory over Germany. Raducanu defeated Jule Niemeier 6-4 6-4 after nearly two months out with a foot injury but it is Boulter who is the clear British number one and she completed the job in comprehensive fashion with a 6-1 6-2 trouncing of Laura Siegemund. One of many rippers from @katiecboulter ☄️ Highlights of a dominant, decisive win 👇 — LTA (@the_LTA) November 15, 2024 Boulter has won two WTA Tour titles this year and sits at 24 in the rankings, more than 30 places higher than Raducanu, having reached a new career high this month.
Speaking to the BBC this week, Billie Jean King said of Boulter: “People should pay attention to her. I’ve been watching her for about five years now and every year she has got a little bit better. I don’t think people appreciate her enough.
” Boulter’s push towards the top 20 at 28 after numerous health and injury problems early in her career is hugely commendable, and she was touched by King’s support. “Very kind words coming from a true legend of our sport,” said Boulter. “Means a lot.
“I don’t mind flying under the radar. I keep my head down, I get the work done, keep moving my ranking up higher and higher. “I’m really happy with the way I’m progressing and that’s all that really matters.
I’m working hard every single day.