Boulter and Watson Triumph in Women's Doubles First Round

In a thrilling match at the 2024 Olympic Games held at the iconic Roland-Garros, Great Britain's pair Katie Boulter and Heather Watson showcased their exceptional skills in the Women's Doubles First Round. The duo faced off against the German team of Angelique Kerber and Laura Siegemund on July 30, 2024, and emerged victorious with a final score of 6-2, 6-3.

The match, which lasted 1 hour and 27 minutes, saw Boulter and Watson dominate from the start. They delivered a powerful performance with an impressive first serve percentage of 56%, winning 73% of the points from their first serves. With a total of 4 aces and only 1 double fault, their service game was on point.

Boulter, born on August 1, 1996, and Watson, born on May 19, 1992, demonstrated great teamwork and strategy throughout the match. Boulter's forehand winners (6) were complemented by Watson's steady backhand (4), making it difficult for their opponents to gain any momentum.

On the other hand, Kerber and Siegemund struggled to find their rhythm, with only 49% of points won on their serve. Despite their efforts, the German team managed to break serve only once, and their total points won was significantly lower than that of the British duo.

The atmosphere was electric as the match progressed, with the crowd at Roland-Garros rallying behind the home favorites. Boulter and Watson's victory not only advances them in the tournament but also sets a positive tone for Great Britain's performance in tennis at the Olympics.

As they look ahead to the next round, Boulter and Watson will aim to build on this strong performance and continue their quest for Olympic glory.