Coco Gauff claims Cincinnati title, Iga Świątek also thrives ahead of US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Coco Gauff secured her first title of the season by defeating Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 in the Cincinnati Open final on August 23, 2026. Meanwhile, Iga Świątek made a strong showing as she reached the semifinals before falling to Pegula. Both players are now seen as leading candidates for the US Open, which begins August 30. Gauff expressed confidence from her recent performances but tempered expectations for New York. Świątek's successful run included a title in Toronto, enhancing her momentum heading into the Grand Slam.
- •Gauff won the Cincinnati Open final on August 23, 2026.
- •Świątek reached the semifinals but lost to Pegula.
- •Gauff's win marks her first title of the season.
- •US Open action is set to start on August 30, 2026.
- •Gauff and Świątek are both aiming for their second US Open titles.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — After Coco Gauff’s Cincinnati Win, Striking Similarity With Iga Świątek Emerges As US Open Looms
"Both Coco Gauff and Iga Świątek had question marks looming over their form heading into the North American hardcourt swing, having yet to win a title during the 2026 season. However, both players have emerged as the leading contenders for the US Open title after their exploits at the WTA 1000 events in Toronto and Cincinnati.
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