Rybakina Dominates Boulter in 57-Minute Masterclass
In a display of power and precision, Elena Rybakina dismantled Katie Boulter in just 57 minutes, winning in straight sets, 6-1, 6-1. The Kazakhstan star’s victory was a masterclass of efficient and aggressive tennis, leaving the British player little room to maneuver.
Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, showed why she remains one of the top contenders in the women’s game. From the first serve, she established control, using her booming forehand and excellent court coverage to break Boulter’s rhythm. With 18 winners to her name, the Kazakh player kept Boulter on the defensive throughout the match.
Boulter, currently ranked 60th in the world, struggled to find her footing. Her service game was particularly vulnerable, with Rybakina breaking her five times during the encounter. The British player managed to secure only 48% of her first serves, making it difficult to challenge Rybakina’s relentless return game. Though Boulter has had a promising 2024 season, she was simply outmatched in every facet of the game during this contest.
Rybakina’s dominance extended to her serving as well, with seven aces and an 84% win rate on her first serves. Boulter’s inability to handle Rybakina’s power and precision left her scrambling for solutions, but none materialized.
After the match, Rybakina said, “I felt really good on the court today. Everything was clicking, and I’m happy with how I executed my game plan.”
This commanding victory cements Rybakina’s place as a player to watch in the ongoing tournament, as she looks to add another title to her growing list of accomplishments.
