Peyton Stearns progresses in Cincinnati Open after defeating Harriet Dart
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 7:38 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Peyton Stearns advances in the Cincinnati Open following a straight-set victory over Harriet Dart, 6-1, 7-6 (6). Stearns, currently ranked WTA No. 53, opened strongly but faced challenges late in the second set before securing her place in the Round of 64. She capitalized on nine aces and six double faults by Dart. Stearns will face Clara Tauson next, continuing her campaign in her hometown tournament.
- •Stearns defeats Dart 6-1, 7-6 (6) in the first round.
- •She has won a main draw match in Cincinnati for two consecutive years.
- •Stearns faces WTA No. 42 Clara Tauson next.
- •The match will mark their third career meeting.
- 7:38 PMYahoo Sports — Two WTA locals moving on in Cincinnati Open as Peyton Stearns advances
"Local Peyton Stearns has now won a main draw match in her hometown tournament two years in a row after defeating qualifier Harriet Dart.
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