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Ella Seidel, a 20-year-old tennis player from Hamburg, has made a significant impact at the Masters tournament in Cincinnati. Seidel advanced to the round of 16, marking a major achievement in her career so far.
In the previous round, Seidel surprised many by defeating the eighth-seeded American Emma Navarro. This win was followed by an even more impressive victory over McCartney Kessler, a top-26 player, in a match that lasted 2 hours and 24 minutes. Seidel saved two match points and converted her first match point to secure the win.
The WTA tournament in Ohio serves as a warm-up for many professionals before the last Grand Slam tournament of the season in New York. However, Seidel's progress in the tournament has not been without challenges. She injured her right foot at her Wimbledon debut and hasn't fully regained her top form yet.
Despite this, Seidel's win over Kessler marks a significant milestone in her career. It is only her second win against a top-50 player.
Ella Seidel's Major Career Achievements
Seidel's career has been marked by a number of impressive achievements. She has won 2 WTA singles titles - in Tokyo in 2023 and Charleston in 2021. In addition, she clinched a WTA 125 title in Guadalajara in 2019. Overall, she has a career win-loss record of 388-269 (59.0%) across WTA, Grand Slam, and ITF events.
While specific detailed records against top-50 players were not readily available, Seidel has demonstrated the ability to upset seeded players. For instance, at the 2025 Cincinnati Open, she reached the Round of 16 by defeating multiple seeds before losing to Varvara Gracheva in the 4th round.
Looking Ahead
Seidel will face either Frenchwoman Varvara Gracheva or Czech Karolina Muchova for a place in the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, only Alexander Zverev remains among the German players in the men's division. Zverev, who is the Olympic champion from Tokyo, will face American Brandon Nakashima in the early hours of Wednesday morning (German time).
Despite her recent injury and the challenges it has presented, Seidel's performance in Cincinnati has shown her resilience and determination. Her win over Kessler was due to her luck, nerves of steel, and a good serve. As she continues to compete at the WTA Tour level, it will be interesting to see how Seidel's career unfolds.
Ella Seidel's victory over McCartney Kessler, a top-26 player, in the Cincinnati Masters tournament showcases her success in sports, particularly tennis. This win marks her second victory against a top-50 player, adding to her impressive career achievements.
