In the second round interview at the Cincinnati tournament, Taylor Townsend expressed her satisfaction after defeating the ninth seed, reflecting on the previous day’s match that gave her the necessary confidence and relaxation on the court. The encounter against her opponent featured extended service games and deuces at the start of each set, which Townsend believes were pivotal in building momentum. She attributed her victory to her mental fortitude and resilience, expressing excitement about entering the top 50 rankings for the first time. Townsend underscored the significance of learning from every experience, whether it results in a win or a loss, and her commitment to continuous improvement.
Townsend in Cincinnati, ranking, and results in 2024
Now ranked no.53 (career-high), Townsend owns a 21-17 record in 2024. Taylor is now competing in Cincinnati where she conquered the world no.97 Chloe Paquet 6-3 6-4, the world no.58 Katie Volynets 6-0 6-3, the world no.47 Caroline Dolehide 3-6 6-4 7-6(7) and the world no.12 Daria Kasatkina 6-1 2-6 6-1.