McCartney Kessler vs Cadence Brace Prediction & Picks - WTA National Bank Open
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McCartney Kessler goes for a big win over Cadence Brace in the first round of the 2026 Canadian Open.
Kessler faces a -5.5-game handicap against Brace.
Current Form:
McCartney Kessler crashed out in the first round at the Memphis Classic, bowing to Renata Zarazua 6-4, 6-1. Kessler has lost 3 of her last 4 matches on the WTA Tour and is 7-8 on the hard court in 2026.
Cadence Brace will be trying to end a three-match losing streak in Toronto at the expense of a top-100 player. Brace also competed at the Memphis Classic, bowing to Zeynep Sönmez 4-6, 6-3, 3-6 in the first round.
The Matchup: Kessler and Brace will play against each other for the first time on the WTA Tour.
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McCartney Kessler vs Cadence Brace Form
McCartney Kessler and Cadence Brace Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
Jul 28, 2026 - Memphis Classic
Jul 1, 2026 - WTA Wimbledon Championships
Jun 29, 2026 - WTA Wimbledon Championships
Jun 25, 2026 - WTA Eastbourne International
Jun 24, 2026 - WTA Eastbourne International
Jun 22, 2026 - WTA Eastbourne International
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Jul 28, 2026 - Memphis Classic
Jun 23, 2026 - WTA Wimbledon Championships
May 19, 2026 - WTA French Open
Feb 24, 2026 - WTA Guadalajara
Feb 22, 2026 - WTA Guadalajara
Feb 21, 2026 - WTA Guadalajara
McCartney Kessler - Cadence Brace Key Points
- McCartney Kessler is 7-8 on the hard court in 2026.
- McCartney Kessler is 5-4 against players outside the top 100 in 2026.
- Cadence Brace is 0-4 against the top-100 players in 2026.
- Cadence Brace is 4-6 in the first round in 2026.
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Our McCartney Kessler vs Cadence Brace Prediction
The Difference Maker: 2026 might have been a down year for Kessler, but she’s still too good for Brace, who is 0-4 against the top 100 players in 2026.
What to Expect: Kessler cannot lose this match. If she plays to her level, she should hold most of her serves and break Brace a few times to score a straight-set win.
Fearless Forecast: McCartney Kessler wins 6-3, 6-3
Our betting prediction for McCartney Kessler vs. Candace Brace: McCartney Kessler -5.5 gamesA Welcome Bonus for McCartney Kessler vs Cadence Brace!

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