American Kessler Wins First Grass-Court WTA Title at Nottingham Open

American tennis player McCartney Kessler won her third career title at the Nottingham Open, defeating Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska 6-4, 7-5 in a rain-interrupted final. Kessler, 25, claimed her first grass-court WTA Tour title after only recently securing her first grass win at Queen's, showcasing resilience by overcoming delays and a spirited comeback from Yastremska, who saved five match points before ultimately succumbing. Yastremska, the first Ukrainian to reach a WTA Tour final on grass in 17 years, was aiming for her first title since 2019 but fell just short despite a strong performance. The match lasted one hour and 34 minutes, with Kessler dominating from the start and maintaining composure to close out the win. Both players were commended for their competitive efforts, with Kessler praising Yastremska's toughness and acknowledging the challenge posed throughout their three recent encounters. This victory marks a significant milestone in Kessler's career and a highlight in the 2025 WTA Tour.