French Open semi-finalist Boisson out in Wimbledon qualifying
London: French Open semi-finalist Lois Boisson has been knocked out in the first round of qualifying for Wimbledon. The 22-year-old enjoyed an incredible run at Roland Garros earlier this month as a wild card, reaching the final four where she was beaten by eventual champion Coco Gauff. Boisson's attention then turned to Wimbledon, but in her opening qualifier on Tuesday she was defeated by Canadian Carson Branstine, who claimed a 6-2, 6-7 (1-7), 6-4 victory. The main draw at Wimbledon begins on Monday. (PA Media/DPA)
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