Katie Boulter’s disappointing US Open exit has left British fans disheartened as she fell to a straight-sets defeat against Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro. Despite a brief fightback in the second set, Boulter was unable to maintain her momentum and suffered a 7-5 7-5 loss to the world No. 74. This defeat marked the end of British participation in the women’s draw, following Harriet Dart’s earlier exit to Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk.
The match witnessed a spirited rally from the British No. 1 in the second set, but ultimately it was not enough to overcome her opponent’s determined performance. Bouzas Maneiro, aged 21, has been making waves in the tennis world, having previously upset players like Paula Badosa in Madrid and Marketa Vondrousova at Wimbledon.
The fortunes of the match shifted dramatically after Boulter took a 4-2 lead in the first set. However, the Spaniard skillfully turned the tables, dictating the match and seizing five of the next six games to claim the opener. Despite Boulter’s earlier ability to stage a comeback in her first-round victory, this time she was unable to replicate that feat.
The second set saw Bouzas Maneiro take a commanding 5-2 lead, seemingly sealing Boulter’s fate. Nevertheless, the British player fought back valiantly, reclaiming both breaks and leveling the set at 5-5. However, a pivotal game saw Boulter succumb to errors, allowing her opponent to capitalize and secure the victory.
Boulter’s defeat at the US Open marked a somber conclusion to her campaign, as Bouzas Maneiro advanced to the third round of a Grand Slam for just the second time in her career.
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