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Burrage revels in dramatic Nottingham victory

Jubilant Jodie Burrage revelled in a dramatic opening round victory as she battled her way into the second round of the LTA's Rothesay Open Nottingham. Kingston's Burrage, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Scholarship Programme, edged her way past Czech star Tereza Martincova 7-6 (5) 3-5 7-6 (4) in a thrilling three-hour contest on Tuesday afternoon. Ad It was a pulsating contest in which the 24-year-old was at one stage just two points from defeat, with the world No.131 rallying late in the decider to book a meeting against third seed and Australian Open semi-finalist Magda Linette.

Watson and Loffhagen reach last eight in Nottingham

Heather Watson and George Loffhagen reached the quarter-finals of the LTA's Rothesay Open Nottingham on a busy day of British action at the Nottingham Tennis Centre. Watson faced a tough second round match against Tatjana Maria, her best friend on tour and former doubles partner who reached the semi-final at Wimbledon last year. Ad At 66th in the world, Maria is 129 spots above the Brit in the world rankings though the gap did not show as Watson produced a stylish performance to prevail 6-4 6-4 on Centre Court.

Broady looking to improve confidence after opening Nottingham victory

Liam Broady is hoping to improve his confidence after an impressive victory from a set down at the LTA's Rothesay Open Nottingham. Stockport's Broady, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme, battled back to defeat Japan's Rio Noguchi 5-7 6-1 6-2 in round one of the men's singles draw. Ad The past few months have not been easy for the 29-year-old, who was beaten in his opening match by Gabriel Diallo at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy last week.

Boulter revels in playing at 'home' in Nottingham

Katie Boulter says the LTA's Rothesay Open Nottingham provides her with the perfect opportunity to repay her nearest and dearest. The Leicester player, who has recently graduated from the LTA's Pro Scholarship Programme, soared to British No.1 with her run to the semi-finals in Surbiton last week and got life to her new era at the summit underway with a comfortable 6-1 6-3 win over compatriot Emily Appleton at the second grass court event of the British season. Ad Boulter grew up playing at the Nottingham Tennis Centre after being introduced to the sport by her mum and grandpa in the East Midlands.

'I was a bit too quick for myself' - Keane Barry's time out

New format, new team, Meath's Keane Barry can't wait to get going at the World Cup of Darts.

Daniil Medvedev beaten by Adrian Mannarino in grass opener, Taylor Fritz starts with win in Stuttgart

World No. 3 Daniil Medvedev was beaten by Adrian Mannarino in his first grass match of the season at the Libema Open. Medvedev beat Mannarino on his way to the final of the event in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands last season, but this time the Frenchman won 4-6 6-4 6-2.

Burrage leads British success on day two in Nottingham

Jodie Burrage kickstarted her LTA Rothesay Open Nottingham campaign with a thrilling victory on a busy day of action for British players. Burrage, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Scholarship Programme, battled her way to a 7-6(5) 3-6 7-6(4) victory over Tereza Martincova — in a match that took just over three hours.

Harriet Dart growing into grass court form after impressive Nottingham win

Harriet Dart believes she is growing into grass court form after a convincing opening round victory at the LTA's Rothesay Open Nottingham. Hampstead's Dart, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Scholarship Programme, eased past Canada's Rebecca Marino 6-4 6-2 to safely seal her spot in the second round. Ad The 26-year-old and the Canadian had split their previous two meetings, with Marino prevailing in three sets when they last met in Dubai qualifying earlier this season.

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Burrage revels in dramatic Nottingham victory

Watson and Loffhagen reach last eight in Nottingham

Broady looking to improve confidence after opening Nottingham victory

Boulter revels in playing at 'home' in Nottingham

'I was a bit too quick for myself' - Keane Barry's time out

Daniil Medvedev beaten by Adrian Mannarino in grass opener, Taylor Fritz starts with win in Stuttgart

Burrage leads British success on day two in Nottingham

Harriet Dart growing into grass court form after impressive Nottingham win