- Australian beats Heather Watson 6-4, 7-6 (7-3) in Cincinnati
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Ash Barty was able to “find some pretty good stuff” when required in her Cincinnati Open victory over British qualifier Heather Watson, in the Australian’s first match since her shock first round exit at the Tokyo Olympics.
World No 1 Barty needed to shake off some rust before overcoming Watson 6-4, 7-6 (7-3) after a tough one hour 46 minute duel at the WTA 1000 event.
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