Cincinnati Open: Ashleigh Barty beats Jil Teichmann in final to clinch fifth title of the season

Tennis

Cincinnati Open: Ashleigh Barty beats Jil Teichmann in final to clinch fifth title of the season

By Naveel Krishant

Monday 23/08/2021

[image: theguardian.com]

World number one Ashleigh Barty warmed up for the US Open by winning the Cincinnati Open with a straight-set victory over Jil Teichmann in the final.

Barty produced a polished performance to beat the 24-year-old Swiss wildcard 6-3 6-1.

The Australian managed eight aces and 28 winners as she cruised to another commanding victory.

It is a fifth title of the season for Barty, who is favourite to add the US Open title to her Wimbledon crown.

[Source: BBC]

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