Maybe all Genie Bouchard needed to get back on track was a confidence boost.
The 24-year-old Canadian achieved that Monday in a 6-2, 6-2 win over American Allie Kiick in the first round of qualifying at the 2018 Miami Open.
After falling in the opening round at Indian Wells two weeks ago, Bouchard responded with seven aces in a thorough demolition of the world No. 357.
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The 2014 Wimbledon finalist, who currently sits outside of the top 100, still has work to do in order to qualify for the tournament's main draw.
Bouchard will face Sweden's Rebecca Peterson, who beat fifth-ranked qualifier Pauline Parmentier in straight sets, on Tuesday morning for a spot in the opening round.