Hannah Klugman claims first WTA Tour win at Nottingham Open
Quick Look
- British teenager Hannah Klugman, ranked 509, secured her first WTA Tour victory at the Nottingham Open, defeating compatriot Harriet Dart 6-2 6-4.
- Klugman entered the draw as a lucky loser after Katie Boulter withdrew and will also play in the Wimbledon main draw.
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Why It Matters
Hannah Klugman, a highly rated 17-year-old British tennis player, entered the Nottingham Open draw as a lucky loser after Katie Boulter withdrew. She had previously lost in qualifying.
British teenager Hannah Klugman swept aside compatriot Harriet Dart at the Nottingham Open to claim her first win on the WTA Tour.
The highly rated 17-year-old had lost in qualifying, but got the call to enter the draw as a lucky loser following Katie Boulter's withdrawal.
World number 509 Klugman made the most of her second chance with a 6-2 6-4 victory against 152nd-ranked Dart.
Klugman has been granted a wildcard into the Wimbledon main draw as she moves from the junior to senior ranks.
"I was at home [in Wimbledon] this morning after losing on Sunday. Everyone was telling me I had to drive up at 5am, so it's been a long day," Klugman said.
"Because I lost [in qualifying] I had to take this chance, I had to give it my all.
"I didn't want to play with any fear or have any regrets. I'm so proud to get my first win today."
Open Questions
- Will Klugman continue her success at Wimbledon?
- What is Klugman's long-term potential?
