In an impressive performance, Britain's Katie Boulter secured her place in the second round of the Mutua Madrid Open by defeating Taylor Townsend in straight sets.
This victory paves the way for a challenging encounter with Jessica Pegula, the fifth-ranked player in the world.
The upcoming match is anticipated to be a significant test for Boulter as she faces one of the top competitors in women's tennis.
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Update at 02:37 UTC on 2026-04-25
Sky Sports reported Cameron Norrie battled past Tomas Machac in three sets to reach the third round of the Madrid Open, but fellow British hopeful Katie Boulter was beaten by fifth seed Jessica Pegula on Friday.
Sources: Sky Sports