In a thrilling semifinal at the Wuhan Open on the Chinese mainland, Jessica Pegula overturned a set and a break deficit to defeat World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 7-6(2). With that win, Pegula snapped Sabalenka's perfect 20-0 record in Wuhan and advanced to her sixth final of the season.
After dropping the first set 2-6, Pegula turned up the power in the second, breaking serve twice to level the match 6-4. In the decider, she dug deep from 5-2 down, winning 78% of her first-serve points to force a tiebreak and claim it 7-2.
The American's resilience reflects her recent form: over the past 17 days, she has played eight consecutive three-set matches and won seven, showcasing consistency and mental toughness that fans and analysts alike are tracking closely.
On the other side, World No.3 Coco Gauff breezed past Italy's Jasmine Paolini 6-4, 6-3, evening their head-to-head 3-3 this year. Gauff converted 60% of break points and weathered early serve wobble to secure her spot in the final.
'This season has tested me in long matches, but I'm proud of how tough I've become,' Pegula said. 'I can't wait to face Coco in the final.'
With an all-American final on the horizon, tennis fans worldwide are gearing up for a high-stakes clash that will crown the 2025 Wuhan Open champion.
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Pegula ends Sabalenka's perfect Wuhan record to set up Gauff final
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