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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Sims

Katie Boulter adds to British woe at Wimbledon with first-round exit

Katie Boulter heads for the exit (Adam Davy/PA) - (PA Wire)

Katie Boulter joined the exodus of British players at Wimbledon after a comprehensive first-round defeat by teenage qualifier Tyra Caterina Grant.

The 29-year-old from Leicester was Britain’s biggest hope of success this fortnight following Monday’s 10-player wipeout and the withdrawals of Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper.

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