Katie Boulter's impressive start couldn't prevent her quarter-final exit at the Merida Open, as she fell 0-6 6-3 6-3 to top seed Jasmine Paolini. The British player began strongly but couldn't maintain her momentum against the Italian.
Paolini, ranked as the tournament's top seed, capitalized on Boulter's mid-match struggles to advance to the semi-finals. The match showcased the unpredictability of tennis as Boulter's early dominance gave way to Paolini's resilience.
