Emma Raducanu displayed a combination of ruthlessness, grit and determination in a “very difficult” contest as Great Britain ousted reigning champions Canada to reach the semi-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup.

Katie Boulter secured an impressive victory over Leylah Fernandez, defeating the 2021 US Open runner-up 6-2, 6-4, and clinched Great Britain’s spot in the Billie Jean King Cup semifinals.

Emma Raducanu defeated Rebecca Marino and Katie Boulter saw off Leylah Fernandez to set up a tie with Slovakia on Tuesday.

Katie Boulter downed Leylah Fernandez 6-2 6-4 to seal GB's spot in the final four after Emma Raducanu beat Rebecca Marino 6-7 7-5. Boulter and Raducanu have not dropped a set in Britain's first two ties during Finals week in Malaga. The team will now take on Slovakia for a spot in the final.

Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter won their ties against Canada as team Great Britain booked a place in the semis of the Billie Jean King Cup.

Britain's Emma Raducanu in action during her win over Canada's Rebecca Marino at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena Arena on Nov 17. Britain prevailed 2-0 to set up a semi-final clash against Slovakia.

Emma Raducanu gave Great Britain a 1-0 lead over Canada in the quarter-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup as she defeated Rebecca Marino.

Britain defeated Canada 2-0 to reach the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals, with Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter winning their singles matches. Slovakia also advanced by defeating Australia. They will face Slovakia and Poland will play Italy in the semi-finals.