Amanda Anisimova defeats Alexandra Eala at Cincinnati Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 5:09 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Amanda Anisimova won her first matchup against Alexandra Eala in three sets at the 2026 Cincinnati Open. Anisimova lost the first set after a lengthy fifth-game battle but bounced back to secure the victory. This win marks Anisimova's second Top 20 win of the year. She will face Linda Noskova next, who recently claimed victory at Wimbledon. Anisimova acknowledged the importance of fan support during the match, despite fewer attending this time.
- •Anisimova won in three sets at the Cincinnati Open
- •Eala held after 13 deuces in a long fifth game
- •Anisimova has only played 20 matches this year
- •Next, Anisimova faces Linda Noskova, the Wimbledon champion
- •Eala has beaten several Top 10 players this summer
- 5:09 AMYahoo Sports — Amanda Anisimova beats Alexandra Eala at Cincinnati Open
"Amanda Anisimova defeats Alexandra Eala in three sets at the 2026 Cincinnati Open
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