Daria Kasatkina Faces McCartney Kessler in Tokyo: Preview and Predictions for the Toray Pan Pacific Open

Daria Kasatkina, the Russian tennis star ranked number 9 in the world, is set to face American player McCartney Kessler in the second round of the Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo on October 24, 2024. This match marks the first encounter between the two players in their professional careers.

Kasatkina comes into the tournament with a strong recent performance, having won the title in Ningbo by defeating Mirra Andreeva in the final with a score of 6-0, 4-6, 6-4. This victory is part of her impressive 2024 season, where she has compiled a 39-21 win-loss record, including 23-15 on hard courts. Her best results this year also include winning the title in Eastbourne, where she overcame Leylah Annie Fernandez in the final.

Mccartney Kessler, ranked 73rd in the world, has also had a notable season. She has a 39-21 win-loss record in 2024, with 28-12 on hard courts. Kessler’s significant achievements include winning titles at the W75 Rome, Puerto Vallarta, W100 Landisville, and Cleveland. Her performance on hard courts over the past four years has been consistent, with a 65-29 record.

The match is predicted to be closely contested, with many analysts favoring Kasatkina due to her recent form and overall career statistics. Kasatkina has a positive head-to-head record against many of her potential opponents in the tournament, although she has never faced Kessler before. The odds currently favor Kasatkina, with a predicted win in three sets.

The Toray Pan Pacific Open is a significant event in the WTA calendar, and this match between Kasatkina and Kessler is one of the highlights of the second round. The match is scheduled to take place on CENTER COURT at 1:00 PM local time.