Cincinnati Open 2024: Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend preview, prediction, and live stream details
Taylor Townsend would feel that she is lucky even to get to the main draw of the Cincinnati Open after a long week in Toronto.
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Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend (via Imago)
It is an all-American affair at the Cincinnati Open on Wednesday, August 14, as Caroline Dolehide takes on Taylor Townsend in the Round of 64. Both are unseeded players.
Both players are coming off a busy and intense week at the Canadian Masters. Although Dolehide lost in the first round of the National Bank Open, she won the women’s doubles title in Canada with Desirae Krawczyk.
The duo defeated Erin Routliffe and Canadian Gabriela Dabrowski 7-6, 3-6, 10-7 to win the Masters 1000 title at the National Bank Open. However, Dolehide needs to improve her singles performance to have a chance against Townsend.
Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend: Match Details
- Tournament: Cincinnati Open 2024
- Match: Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend
- Round: Round of 64
- Date: 14 August, 2024
- Time: TBD
- Venue: Lindner Family Tennis Center, Cincinnati, USA.
- Surface: Outdoor Hard Court
Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend: Match Preview
As mentioned, Caroline Dolehide will need to be at her best against Taylor Townsend, who is in the form of her life. The 28-year-old, like Dolehide, had a strong showing at the National Bank Open. However, unlike the 25-year-old, her performances were in singles.
Townsend gained entry to the National Bank Open after Marketa Vondrousova‘s injury. She made the most of it, advancing to her first Masters 1000 quarterfinal by beating fourth seed Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets.
However, Townsend lost to fellow American Emma Navarro in two close sets. Like Dolehide, the 28-year-old also recently enjoyed doubles success, winning the Citi Open in women’s doubles with Asia Muhammad.
Meanwhile, Dolehide had a great tournament in Washington, reaching the semifinals of the Citi Open before losing to eventual champion Paula Badosa.
Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend: Match Prediction
Taylor Townsend’s journey to the Round of 64 in Cincinnati is a significant story. The 28-year-old overcame financial struggles to reach the Cincinnati stadium on time for her qualifiers. Due to scheduling issues, she couldn’t board her flight and had to rent a car, driving for six and a half hours.
Match Prediction: Taylor Townsend in three sets.
Caroline Dolehide vs. Taylor Townsend: Live stream details
- USA: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+, ESPN Deportes, ABC, Tennis Channel
- UK and Europe (Except France): BBC, Eurosport
- France: beIN Sports France
- Australia: Nine & Stan Sport
- Canada: ESPN International, TSN/RDS
- India: Disney+Hotstar
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