McCartney Kessler

McCartney Kessler is an American professional tennis player from Lawrenceville, Georgia.

McCartney Kessler is an American professional tennis player from Lawrenceville, Georgia. She has competed on the WTA Tour, which includes major tournaments such as the Wimbledon Championships, reaching a career-high singles ranking of world No. 30 in June 2025. Kessler has won three WTA singles titles, including in Cleveland, Hobart, and Nottingham, and played college tennis at the University of Florida.

Early life and college career

Kessler was born in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and played collegiate tennis at the University of Florida. She played five seasons for the Florida Gators and was named 2022 SEC Player of the Year. She graduated with a degree in health education and behaviour and a certificate in sport management.

Professional career

Kessler turned professional in 2016 and later transitioned from college tennis to the WTA Tour. Her rise included success on the ITF and WTA Challenger circuits before breaking through at the WTA level. She has competed at the Canadian Open in Montreal, a tournament that has featured Canadian players such as Leylah Fernandez and Eugenie Bouchard, where she partnered with Coco Gauff in doubles and advanced in singles play.

WTA Tour achievements

Kessler won her first WTA singles title in Cleveland in 2024. In 2025, she won titles in Hobart and Nottingham, and she reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 30.

Playing style and rankings

Kessler is a right-handed player listed at 1.75 m tall. Official and tour profiles place her among the higher-ranked American players on the WTA Tour.