Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula are set to face off in the Cincinnati Open final after stunning performances in their semifinal matches. 🎾🔥
Belarusian World No. 3 Sabalenka advanced to her first Cincinnati Open final with relative ease, defeating Poland's World No. 1 Iga Swiatek 6-3, 6-3 on Sunday. Sabalenka showcased her prowess with a fast-paced, aggressive style in her third meeting of the season with Swiatek, and first on a hard court.
\"I wasn't over-rushing things. I was trusting myself a lot, and I wasn't trying to over-hit the ball,\" Sabalenka said after the match. \"I was just trying to stay there, put as much pressure as I can on her and I was really focused on my serve.\"
Despite a valiant effort to mount a late comeback, Swiatek struggled to keep up with Sabalenka's pace and precision, ultimately unable to close the gap.
While details of Jessica Pegula's semifinal match are unfolding, her advancement sets the stage for an exciting final showdown between the two.
Tennis fans, get ready for an epic clash! Who will take home the trophy? 🏆🙌
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Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula advance to Cincinnati Open final
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