Jessica Pegula Faces Aryna Sabalenka in Cincinnati Final

Jessica Pegula and Aryna Sabalenka are set to face off in the Cincinnati Open final after both players advanced through challenging semi-finals. Pegula defeated Paula Badosa 6-2, 3-6, 6-3, extending her winning streak to nine matches, while Sabalenka cruised past world number one Iga Swiatek with a 6-3, 6-3 victory. This final marks Sabalenka's first appearance in a Cincinnati final, aiming for her first title since the Australian Open, whereas Pegula seeks to achieve a rare feat by winning both the Canada and Cincinnati titles in one season. The match will showcase contrasting forms, with Sabalenka not dropping a set in the tournament, while Pegula has faced tougher competition. Current predictions favor Sabalenka with a 68% win probability, but Pegula holds a slight edge in their hard-court encounters. This highly anticipated match promises to be a thrilling showdown between two of the top players on the WTA Tour.