Katie Boulter seeks to put dismal 2025 in past with help of Sharapova’s former coach

January 16, 2026

TL;DR

Katie Boulter has appointed Michael Joyce as her new coach to help her regain her previous WTA Tour ranking.
Boulter experienced a difficult previous season, dropping from a career-high ranking of 23 to 113.
Joyce has previously coached players like Johanna Konta, Jessica Pegula, Victoria Azarenka, and Eugenie Bouchard.
Boulter feels her new coaching setup and personal life, including her impending marriage to Alex de Minaur, are providing positive momentum.
Cameron Norrie will be the highest-ranked British player at the Grand Slam, following a strong 2025 season.
Norrie achieved significant success in 2025, reaching the Wimbledon quarterfinals and defeating world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz.
Boulter will face 10th seed Belinda Bencic in the first round of the main draw, acknowledging the challenge.
Boulter is entering the match with a relaxed attitude, feeling no pressure due to her underdog status.

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