Caty McNally secures first-round win at Cincinnati Open over Kessler
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:57 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Caty McNally won her first-round match against fellow American McCartney Kessler, 6-3, 6-4, at the Cincinnati Open on August 14. The match extended past midnight due to a rain delay and other matches but saw McNally use a strong baseline defense and aggressive play to overcome Kessler, who had eliminated her from the tournament a year prior. After this victory, McNally prepares to face No. 18 seed Anna Kalinskaya in the next round.
- •McNally won in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4.
- •The match extended into the early hours after delays.
- •McNally showcased strong defense and net play.
- •She will face Anna Kalinskaya in the second round.
- •The match was attended by a small but supportive local crowd.
- 1:57 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati's Caty McNally kicks off home tournament with revenge win
"McNally, a native of Madeira, beat fellow American McCartney Kessler, who eliminated her in Mason in 2025.
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