Katie Boulter's US Open struggles looked far-removed as she showed both character and class to down Taylor Townsend in the first round of the China Open.

Katie Boulter (No. 34 in the world) faces Taylor Townsend (No. 52) in the Round of 64 at the China Open.Her most recent time out, Boulter fell to Jessica Bouzas Maneiro 5-7, 5-7 in

Initially, Boulter struggled to find her rhythm, falling behind 4-1 in the first set as Townsend dominated early on, particularly with powerful forehands that pushed Boulter around the court.

Katie Boulter recovered from losing her first service game of the match to beat Taylor Townsend in straight sets; Boulter could face Coco Gauff in round three; watch ATP and WTA action on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+ which is integrated into Sky TV,

In a match slated for Thursday, Taylor Townsend (No. 52 in rankings) will meet Katie Boulter (No. 34) in the Round of 64 at the China Open. Catch live tennis on Tennis Channel on Fubo. Boulter vs. Townsend Live Stream and TV Channel Tournament: The China Open Round: Round of 64 Date: Thursday,

Katie Boulter battles past Taylor Townsend to progress at China Open - The British number one trailed 4-1 but fought back strongly to win 6-4 6-4.