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Boulter beaten by Paolini in last eight at Eastbourne
Jasmine Paolini in action against Katie Boulter (not pictured) on day six of the Rothesay International at Devonshire Park, Eastbourne, June 27, 2024

KATIE BOULTER’S quest to clinch another grass-court title ahead of Wimbledon was emphatically ended today by a comprehensive Eastbourne quarter-final loss to French Open finalist Jasmine Paolini.

Two-time Nottingham Open champion Boulter struggled for rhythm and with her serve en route to a resounding 6-1 7-6 (0) defeat.

World number seven Paolini dominated the tactical battle against the British number one and adapted far better to blustery conditions at Devonshire Park.

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