We are less than 190 days away from the Summer Olympics in Paris, and competitions to qualify are heating up.For tennis players, the first Grand Slam event of the year is underway at the Australian Open. One Cincinnati player is planning to make a big run for Paris.A handful of years ago, Caty McNally arrived on the professional tennis scene as a 17-year-old taking a set off of Serena Williams.Now 22 years old, McNally’s star is still rising, recently returning to her home court ahead of what might be her most memorable summer yet.”To play in the Olympics this year would be a dream come true,” McNally said.Countless hours spent on Cincinnati indoor courts tell McNally’s story as one of the top up-and-coming professional tennis talents.Teaming up with the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation, McNally is bringing the game to underserved communities across her hometown.”Since I’ve been born, growing up, playing here, to be able to come here and give back, inspire these kids. I wish I was in Australia playing right now, but to spend my time with these kids is awesome,” McNally said.Later this month, McNally is returning to competition following an elbow injury this past July at Wimbledon that wiped out the rest of her season.Now, McNally is aiming for a strong start to 2024 that leads to one of potentially just eight spots in Paris on Team USA.”The U.S., especially women’s tennis, we are so strong,” McNally said. “We have so many good players, so it is going to be a tough battle. I am going to give it my all and hopefully put myself in contention to be on the team.”Long before the Olympics sounded realistic, this star is reminding everyone out there that it all started with McNally dreaming big as a child.”My advice for these kids would be to dream big, because no matter where you come from, no matter your circumstances, anything is possible,” McNally said.McNally was previously a doubles partner with reigning U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff. She is hopeful that the duo, nicknamed “Mc-Coco,” can team up again for Team USA in Paris.
We are less than 190 days away from the Summer Olympics in Paris, and competitions to qualify are heating up.
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For tennis players, the first Grand Slam event of the year is underway at the Australian Open. One Cincinnati player is planning to make a big run for Paris.
A handful of years ago, Caty McNally arrived on the professional tennis scene as a 17-year-old taking a set off of Serena Williams.
Now 22 years old, McNally’s star is still rising, recently returning to her home court ahead of what might be her most memorable summer yet.
“To play in the Olympics this year would be a dream come true,” McNally said.
Countless hours spent on Cincinnati indoor courts tell McNally’s story as one of the top up-and-coming professional tennis talents.
Teaming up with the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation, McNally is bringing the game to underserved communities across her hometown.
“Since I’ve been born, growing up, playing here, to be able to come here and give back, inspire these kids. I wish I was in Australia playing right now, but to spend my time with these kids is awesome,” McNally said.
Later this month, McNally is returning to competition following an elbow injury this past July at Wimbledon that wiped out the rest of her season.
Now, McNally is aiming for a strong start to 2024 that leads to one of potentially just eight spots in Paris on Team USA.
“The U.S., especially women’s tennis, we are so strong,” McNally said. “We have so many good players, so it is going to be a tough battle. I am going to give it my all and hopefully put myself in contention to be on the team.”
Long before the Olympics sounded realistic, this star is reminding everyone out there that it all started with McNally dreaming big as a child.
“My advice for these kids would be to dream big, because no matter where you come from, no matter your circumstances, anything is possible,” McNally said.
McNally was previously a doubles partner with reigning U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff. She is hopeful that the duo, nicknamed “Mc-Coco,” can team up again for Team USA in Paris.