Britons Suffer Defeats as Raducanu, Boulter, and Dart Bow Out of Quarter-finals at Eastbourne

In a challenging day for British tennis, Emma Raducanu, Katie Boulter, and Harriet Dart faced defeats in the quarter-finals at Eastbourne, ending their run in the tournament. The British contingent was outmatched by formidable opponents in the likes of Daria Kasatkina, Jasmine Paolini, and Leylah Fernandez.

Raducanu’s hopes were dashed by the dominant play of Daria Kasatkina, who claimed a convincing 6-2 6-2 victory in their matchup at the Eastbourne International. Despite displaying occasional flashes of brilliance, Raducanu struggled to adapt to the windy conditions, ultimately falling short in her quest for a semi-final berth.

Meanwhile, Katie Boulter, a two-time Nottingham Open champion, suffered a resounding 6-1 7-6 defeat at the hands of French Open finalist Jasmine Paolini. Paolini showcased superior tactics and adaptability, leaving Boulter unable to find her rhythm on the grass courts at Devonshire Park.

Harriet Dart’s campaign also came to an end as she succumbed to a comprehensive 6-2 6-1 loss against Leylah Fernandez. Dart faced a tough challenge against the talented Fernandez, who demonstrated her prowess on the court with a commanding performance.

In other developments at the Eastbourne International, 15-year-old British schoolgirl Hannah Klugman missed out on qualifying for Wimbledon after a 6-3 6-3 defeat to Alycia Parks. Despite the setback, Klugman’s promising talent bodes well for the future of British tennis.

As the focus shifts to Wimbledon, Raducanu remains optimistic about her readiness for the prestigious tournament, despite the setback at Eastbourne. With standout wins over Sloane Stephens and Jessica Pegula, Raducanu is determined to make an impact at Wimbledon after missing last year’s grass-court season due to injury.

Meanwhile, wildcard entrant Billy Harris continues his impressive run at Eastbourne, advancing to the semi-finals after a hard-fought victory over Flavio Cobolli. Harris, who reached the quarter-finals at Queen's last week, is set to face Australian qualifier Max Purcell in the next round.

With compelling tennis action unfolding at Eastbourne and Wimbledon on the horizon, fans can catch all the excitement live on Sky Sports, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of the on-court drama.