Body or ranking - Boulter's Australian Open dilemma
Summary
British tennis player Katie Boulter is facing a difficult decision between focusing on her health or trying to improve her world ranking to qualify directly for the Australian Open. Due to a hip injury, she risks not making it into the main draw unless she competes in upcoming tournaments. Boulter has also parted ways with her coach and continues to aim for a top 20 ranking.Key Facts
- Katie Boulter has dropped from 23rd to 100th place in the tennis world rankings by 2025.
- She is considering playing in upcoming tournaments to boost her ranking before the Australian Open.
- A hip injury in October may prevent Boulter from participating in these events.
- 104 players will gain direct entry into the Australian Open, factoring in those with protected rankings.
- Male players' entry for the Australian Open is based on a different timeline, sparing them similar dilemmas.
- Boulter recently ended a three-year coaching relationship with Biljana Veselinovic.
- She aims to be among the top 20 players and is looking for a new coach with high-level experience.
- Boulter has been a part of the main draw at the Australian Open five times in her career.
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