Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro, both recent standout performers at the US Open, will face off in an exhibition event at Madison Square Garden on December 4, 2024. Pegula reached her first Grand Slam final at the US Open, losing to Aryna Sabalenka, while Navarro made it to the semifinals after defeating Coco Gauff in the fourth round. The event, named The Garden Cup, also features four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz competing against fellow American Ben Shelton. This marks the first tennis event at Madison Square Garden since 2018. Both Pegula and Navarro are currently ranked in the WTA top 10, with Pegula at No. 3 and Navarro at No. 8. Alcaraz, the defending champion of the US Open, had a strong season with wins at the French Open and Wimbledon but exited the recent tournament in the second round.