San Diego, British No 1, De Minaur: Everything you always wanted to know about Katie Boulter (but never had time to find out)

She is the current British No 1 and is climbing the rankings – here are the answers to some questions you might have about Katie Boulter

22 March 2024

Katie Boulter in Canada in 2023 (Zuma/Panoramic)

Carrie Dunn

Who is Katie Boulter?

Katie Boulter is a professional tennis player from Great Britain. She is the British No 1 as of June 2023.

When was Katie Boulter born?

Katie Boulter was born on August 1st, 1996, in Leicester, England.

How tall is Katie Boulter?

According to her WTA player profile, Katie Boulter is 5′ 11″, or 182cm.

What is Katie Boulter’s career-high ranking?

Katie Boulter’s career-high ranking is world No 27, achieved in March 2024.

How many career titles has Katie Boulter won?

Katie Boulter has won two career singles titles, the first in Nottingham in 2023, and the second in San Diego in 2024.

What is Katie Boulter’s best result at a Grand Slam?

Katie Boulter’s best result at a Grand Slam has been the third round, which she has achieved twice at Wimbledon (in 2022 and 2023) and the US Open (2023).

Has Katie Boulter suffered injuries?

Katie Boulter’s 2019 season was truncated due to a stress fracture in her back, which she incurred during what was then Fed Cup competition in April of that year. She has also suffered from chronic fatigue syndrome, but said in 2021: “I’m still very careful with what I do. There are certain exercises I’ve categorically ruled out. But in terms of chronic fatigue I now feel like I’ve officially conquered it. I am as strong as I have ever been physically. And mentally I feel like I’m in a great place after that very difficult time [in 2019].”

How much prize money has Katie Boulter won in her career?

As of March 22nd, 2024, Katie Boulter had won almost $2.2 million in career prize money.

Who is Katie Boulter’s coach?

Katie Boulter’s coach is Biljana Veselinovic, nee Mirkovic, who played professionally herself after a successful college tennis career.

Does Katie Boulter have a boyfriend?

Katie Boulter’s boyfriend is Australian tennis player Alex de Minaur. The two played mixed doubles at Wimbledon in 2023, and marked their fourth anniversary of dating in March 2024.