Cincinnati Open tennis delayed again due to weather conditions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:23 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

The Cincinnati Open is currently halted due to weather interruptions as of August 16, 2026. Organizers have not specified when play will resume, causing uncertainty for both Sunday and Monday's schedule. Matches involving players such as Ben Shelton, Jamie Faria, Coco Gauff, and Liudmila Samsonova were in progress when the delay began. Weather has affected the tournament throughout the week, with multiple rain delays forcing adjustments to match timings. Forecasts for Monday show a continuing risk of thunderstorms, complicating any potential play. Updates are being communicated through the tournament's official channels.
- •Play suspended due to weather on August 16, 2026.
- •Several matches were being played when the delay was announced.
- •Forecast predicts more thunderstorms for Monday.
- •Tournament staff have adjusted schedules repeatedly due to weather.
- •Organizers will provide updates on resumption via official channels.
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