McCartney Kessler vs Yuliia Starodubtseva Betting Tips & Live Stream – Kessler to Control Key Moments in Charleston
In an anticipated quarterfinals matchup, McCartney Kessler faces Yuliia Starodubtseva. Kessler boasts a record of 4-2 in tour-level quarterfinals and benefits from her recent resurgence on clay. In contrast, Starodubtseva, riding high from her Miami performance, has yet to secure a quarterfinal win. Despite their recent forms, Kessler's experience and more consistent track record give her the advantage. This clash, highlighting Kessler's recovery from fitness issues earlier this season, is one to watch.
- Kessler holds a 4-2 record in tour-level quarterfinals
- Starodubtseva is seeking her first quarterfinal win
- Kessler's experience suggests she has the edge
Starodubtseva comes in with good momentum, but Kessler is also finding her rhythm, and her experience at this level gives her the edge.
Kessler Holds Quarterfinal Edge
- Kessler is 4–2 in tour-level quarterfinals.
- She has a 5–3 record vs outside Top 50 players.
- Starodubtseva is 0–2 in tour-level quarterfinals.
- She has won four of her last five matches vs Top 100 players.
HTH - McCartney Kessler leads 2-1
| Year | Event | Surface | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Abu Dhabi WTA | Hard | Q-1R | Kessler | 6-2, 6-1 |
| 2024 | Landisville 2 ITF | Hard | QF | Kessler | 7-6, 6-3 |
| 2023 | Sumter ITF | Hard | R16 | Starodubtseva | 1-6, 6-1, 6-1 |
Kessler Breaks Through On Clay
McCartney Kessler reached the quarterfinal in Charleston with straight-sets win over Janice Tjen and a hard-fought three-set victory against Peyton Stearns. It marks her first tour-level quarterfinal on clay.
This is a much-needed result for Kessler, who has struggled with recurring fitness issues earlier this season. She had reached two quarterfinals across all levels this year, losing both.
Overall, she holds a 4-2 record in tour-level quarterfinals. She won her first four but has lost her two most recent ones against top-20 opponents, including defeats to Ekaterina Alexandrova and Clara Tauson.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | USA |
| Age | 26 (8 July 1999) |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| World Ranking | 53 |
| Career High | 30 (30 June 2025) |
| Elo Ranking | 35 (Rating: 1845) |
| Tour level titles | 3 |
Starodubtseva Storms Into Quarterfinals
Yuliia Starodubtseva defeated Renata Zarazua 6-1, 6-0 to reach the quarterfinal. It marks her first tour-level quarterfinal since 2024.
She had a difficult start to the season, winning just one main-draw match across her first eight events. However, she found form in the Miami Open with a third-round run and has carried that momentum into this week.
Starodubtseva has played two tour-level quarterfinals before, both in 2024, losing to Sonay Kartal in Monastir and Coco Gauff in Beijing.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Ukraine |
| Age | 26 (12 February 2000) |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| World Ranking | 89 |
| Career High | 63 (04 August 2025) |
| Elo Ranking | 136 (Rating: 1664) |
| Tour level titles | 0 |
Verdict
Yuliia Starodubtseva has carried momentum from her Miami run and reached the quarterfinals this week. McCartney Kessler is also finding form again after earlier fitness struggles. However, considering overall ability and experience, Kessler still holds the edge in this clash.
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