Thrilling US Open Semifinal, Sabalenka Edges Pegula in Three-Set Epic
In a nail-biting US Open women\'s semifinal clash today, Aryna Sabalenka emerged victorious, defeating Jessica Pegu...
In a nail-biting US Open women’s semifinal clash today, Aryna Sabalenka emerged victorious, defeating Jessica Pegula in a three-set thriller 🎾. The final score was 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, allowing the world No. 1 to advance to her third consecutive final at Flushing Meadows.
This match was a rollercoaster of emotions! 😲 Pegula started strong, but Sabalenka’s powerful comeback secured her spot in the final.
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🎾 Match Breakdown: A Tale of Two Halves
The highly anticipated rematch of the 2024 final delivered intense drama. Pegula came out firing, playing nearly flawless tennis in the first set with just three unforced errors to grab the early lead. However, Sabalenka left the court after the first set and returned with renewed focus and aggression. She stormed back, overwhelming Pegula with her raw power and ultimately securing the win in just over two hours.
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⚡️ Key Turning Point: The Marathon Sixth Game
The pivotal moment came in the sixth game of the decisive third set. With Sabalenka holding a 4-1 lead, Pegula mounted a fierce challenge, earning three break points that could have shifted the momentum entirely. However, Sabalenka demonstrated her champion’s mentality, unleashing powerful serves and groundstrokes to save every one, ultimately holding her serve and extinguishing Pegula’s best chance at a comeback.
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📊 By the Numbers: What Won the Match
The stats reveal the story of Sabalenka’s win:
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43 winners peppered the court by the Belarusian.
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8 aces fired past Pegula.
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This victory marks Sabalenka’s third consecutive US Open final appearance.
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She has now beaten Pegula multiple times in major tournaments, including the 2024 US Open final and the 2025 Miami Open final.
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👀 A Rivalry Renewed
This match was the latest chapter in an ongoing rivalry. While Sabalenka now holds a significant lead in their head-to-head, their matches are often tightly contested. Their most recent finals clash was in Miami earlier this year, which Sabalenka also won in straight sets. Interestingly, Pegula has yet to defeat Sabalenka in a final across their three meetings.
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🏆 What’s Next for Sabalenka?
With this victory, Aryna Sabalenka advances to face either Naomi Osaka or Amanda Anisimova for the championship. Sabalenka is seeking to become the first woman since Serena Williams (2012-2014) to successfully defend her US Open title.
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💪 Pegula’s Strong Season Despite the Loss
While the semifinal loss is undoubtedly disappointing for Jessica Pegula, her 2025 season has been remarkably consistent. She has proven herself on all surfaces, winning titles on:
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Green clay (WTA500 Charleston).
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Grass (WTA500 Bad Homburg).
This versatility and her deep run at the US Open solidify her status as a top player.
Despite the tough loss, Pegula’s game is clearly in a great place. Her ability to win on all surfaces and challenge the very best proves she remains a top threat heading into the rest of the season. 🎾