# Katie Boulter Secures Ostrava Open Semi-Final Berth
**London, 6 February 2026** – British professional Katie Boulter has advanced to the semi-finals of the Ostrava Open following a commanding straight-sets victory over local favourite Linda Fruhvirtova. The Leicester-born player, currently ranked world number 120, secured her place in the final four with a 6-3, 6-2 win on Thursday, 5 February 2026.
## Resurgent Form in Ostrava
Boulter’s run in the WTA 250 event in Czechia marks a significant return to form following a challenging start to the 2026 season. Her path to the semi-finals included a three-set opening victory against Czech wildcard Lucie Havlickova, followed by a disciplined performance against the fifth seed, Viktorija Golubic, whom she defeated 7-6, 7-5.
The victory over Fruhvirtova was characterised by Boulter’s powerful baseline game, which allowed her to dominate the quarter-final encounter in just over an hour. She is now scheduled to face American Katie Volynets today, 6 February 2026, for a place in the final.
## Coaching and Career Context
Boulter is currently working under the guidance of new coach Michael Joyce, seeking to regain the form that saw her reach a career-high ranking of world number 23. Despite a recent dip in the rankings, she remains a prominent figure in British tennis, supported by the LTA’s Elite programme.
## Key Player Profile and Statistics
| Category | Details |
| :— | :— |
| **Full Name** | Katie Boulter |
| **Nationality** | British |
| **Date of Birth** | 1 August 1996 |
| **Age** | 29 |
| **Hometown** | Leicester, England |
| **Height** | 5′ 11″ (1.82m) |
| **Plays** | Right-handed (Two-handed backhand) |
| **Turned Pro** | 2013 |
| **Career High Ranking** | 23 |
| **WTA Singles Titles** | 3 |
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Who is Katie Boulter playing next?
Katie Boulter is scheduled to play Katie Volynets in the semi-finals of the Ostrava Open on 6 February 2026.
### What is Katie Boulter’s current world ranking?
As of 6 February 2026, Katie Boulter is ranked world number 120.
### How many WTA titles has Katie Boulter won?
Katie Boulter has won three singles titles on the WTA Tour during her career.
### Where was the match against Linda Fruhvirtova played?
The match took place at the J&T Banka Ostrava Open in Ostrava, Czech Republic, on the indoor hard courts.