World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka stunned by Jessica Pegula at WTA Finals
1 year, 1 month ago

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka stunned by Jessica Pegula at WTA Finals

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jessica Pegula upset world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 6-3 to win her second group stage match at the WTA Finals in Cancun on Tuesday and advanced to the semi-finals after Elena Rybakina edged Maria Sakkari 6-0 6-7 7-6 in the evening match. Sabalenka, who has said she did not feel safe playing on the newly constructed Estadio Paradisus, never looked totally comfortable against Pegula, committing 29 unforced errors on a sunny day in the coastal Mexican city. I hit flatter, I don’t hit as heavy as maybe as Aryna, but I hit hard.” Pegula’s second group stage win in a row ensured a place in the semi-finals later in the evening, as fourth seed Elena Rybakina shook off a late comeback attempt from Maria Sakkari to get her first win in the competition. We’re struggling, all of us.” The Kazakh world number four will take on Sabalenka on Thursday in a battle to reach the semis, while Pegula, already through to the semis, will face Sakkari in their final group stage match.

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World No. 1 Sabalenka aims to emulate Serena-like dominance in the power game
1 month ago

World No. 1 Sabalenka aims to emulate Serena-like dominance in the power game

The Hindu  

A sparkling 2024 in which Aryna Sabalenka swept the hardcourt Grand Slams and clinched the year-end world number one ranking has left the powerful Belarusian dreaming of dominating the women’s game as Serena Williams did for so long. “I always wanted to dominate the tour like Serena did like Iga was able to do for so long,” Sabalenka told Arab …

WTA Finals: Gauff defeats Sabalenka in semis, set to face Zheng for title
1 month, 2 weeks ago

WTA Finals: Gauff defeats Sabalenka in semis, set to face Zheng for title

The Hindu  

American Coco Gauff defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka 7-6, 6-3 in the semi-finals of the WTA Finals on Friday and will take on China’s Zheng Qinwen in the showpiece match. After trading early breaks, Sabalenka broke again to take a 6-5 lead to serve for the set but Gauff responded, forcing a tiebreak which saw eight breaks of serve …

Sublime Sabalenka is on top of the world
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sublime Sabalenka is on top of the world

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: A couple of points in her match against Jasmine Paolini at this week’s WTA Finals in Riyadh highlighted why Aryna Sabalenka sits where she currently does — right at the top of her own game and the women’s ranking charts. Sabalenka had pipped the incumbent Iga Swiatek last month, but that switch had more to do with the Pole’s …

Krejcikova beats Gauff to earn last semifinal spot at WTA Finals. Swiatek eliminated despite win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Krejcikova beats Gauff to earn last semifinal spot at WTA Finals. Swiatek eliminated despite win

Associated Press  

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Barbora Krejcikova grabbed the last semifinal spot at the WTA Finals with a 7-5, 6-4 win over Coco Gauff on Thursday, a result that eliminated second-ranked Iga Swiatek from the season-ending tournament. Krejcikova completes a last-four lineup that already included top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng Qinwen and Gauff. And I think definitely for me, it’s a big …

Sabalenka's on top of the world
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sabalenka's on top of the world

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus takes a selfie with fans after beating Madison Keys of the United States in the China Open at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Oct 2. RIYADH — Aryna Sabalenka clinched the year-end No 1 spot in the women's rankings for the first time when Iga Swiatek lost at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The …

Sabalenka's on top of the world
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sabalenka's on top of the world

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus takes a selfie with fans after beating Madison Keys of the United States in the China Open at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Oct 2. RIYADH — Aryna Sabalenka clinched the year-end No 1 spot in the women's rankings for the first time when Iga Swiatek lost at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The …

Sabalenka's on top of the world
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sabalenka's on top of the world

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus takes a selfie with fans after beating Madison Keys of the United States in the China Open at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Oct 2. RIYADH — Aryna Sabalenka clinched the year-end No 1 spot in the women's rankings for the first time when Iga Swiatek lost at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The …

WTA Finals 2024: Swiatek to face alternate Kasatkina in must-win match after injured Pegula pulls out
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

WTA Finals 2024: Swiatek to face alternate Kasatkina in must-win match after injured Pegula pulls out

The Hindu  

American sixth seed Jessica Pegula has withdrawn from the WTA Finals in Riyadh with a left knee injury, the tournament announced on Wednesday. A runner-up at the WTA Finals last year, Pegula lost her opening two matches in Saudi Arabia in straight sets and had no chance of advancing to the semifinals. READ | WTA Finals 2024: Zheng beats Paolini, …

Aryna Sabalenka withstands Jasmine Paolini fight-back to seal WTA Finals progress
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka withstands Jasmine Paolini fight-back to seal WTA Finals progress

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Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh

China Daily  

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles final match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sabalenka dominated the match, dropping only two points behind her first serve throughout and securing a one-set lead in 39 minutes. She will now aim to secure her maiden Grand Slam …

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh

China Daily  

Sabalenka dominates Zheng in Riyadh, securing a fifth consecutive win in their 14-month rivalry. The Belarusian top seed dominated the match, winning the first two sets before securing a comfortable victory in the third set. She will be aiming to secure her maiden Grand Slam title at the WTA Finals in conclusion.

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in Thrilling Final in Riyadh

China Daily  

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in the women's singles final match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Sabalenka dominated the match, dropping only two points behind her first serve throughout and securing the win on her own serve in the final set. The match attracted a large crowd …

Gauff's Grand Slam Comeback: Gauff Triumphs Over Pegula in Finals, Swiatek Makes Strong Start
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Gauff's Grand Slam Comeback: Gauff Triumphs Over Pegula in Finals, Swiatek Makes Strong Start

Associated Press  

Coco Gauff secured a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory over Jessica Pegula in the first round of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Gauff converted five of her eight break-point opportunities and will face Iga Swiatek in the next match. Pegula will next clash with Barbora Krejcikova in the second round.

Sabalenka Extends Perfect Record, Clinches Top-10 Spot
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka Extends Perfect Record, Clinches Top-10 Spot

Associated Press  

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka won her opening match against Zheng Qinwen in the opening match of the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Sabalenka won 6-3, 6-4 to extend her perfect record against the Chinese player to 5-0. She also set up for ending the year at the top with two wins in her remaining group matches.

WTA Finals 2024: Sabalenka and Swiatek battle for top ranking
1 month, 3 weeks ago

WTA Finals 2024: Sabalenka and Swiatek battle for top ranking

The Hindu  

The WTA Finals 2024 will be a battle for the top two spots in the world rankings. Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek are the only players to hold the number one ranking since April 2022 and will battle hard for year-end glory. Sabalenka aims to secure the year-end world number one ranking, while Swiatek will try to reclaim top spot. …

Sabalenka's Reign Enters Final Chapter as World Number One Battles for the Throne
2 months ago

Sabalenka's Reign Enters Final Chapter as World Number One Battles for the Throne

The Hindu  

Sabalenka's return to top spot in the WTA rankings is on the line as she prepares to compete in the upcoming WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia. Despite missing the Asian swing due to fatigue, she remains a force to be reckoned with, currently sitting at number one in the rankings. Her stellar season has seen her secure titles in Australia …

Sabalenka's Stellar Season Reignites Her Top Spot, Overtaking Swiatek
2 months ago

Sabalenka's Stellar Season Reignites Her Top Spot, Overtaking Swiatek

India Today  

Aryna Sabalenka reclaims the World No.1 spot after a year, defeating Iga Swiatek in the 2024 Australian Open. Sabalenka's stellar season has propelled her back to the top of the rankings, while Swiatek's absence due to fatigue has allowed Sabalenka to move up to the top position. The WTA Finals will be a highly competitive showdown between the two players …

Sabalenka crowned the queen at Queens
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Sabalenka crowned the queen at Queens

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: As Aryna Sabalenka stepped down from the podium after the presentation ceremony for the US Open women’s singles champion’s photo call, she glanced at the trophy, specifically scanning the area where names of winners are inscribed. Aryna Sabalenka celebrates with the US Open trophy after defeating Jessica Pegula in the women’s singles final. After three years of near-misses and …

Jessica Pegula not quite ready to assess her run at the US Open after losing to Aryna Sabalenka
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jessica Pegula not quite ready to assess her run at the US Open after losing to Aryna Sabalenka

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — At some point, Jessica Pegula will take stock of what she accomplished over the past month, including the run at the U.S. Open that led to her first Grand Slam final. Amazing tournament!’ I’m like, ‘Eh, whatever,” said Pegula, a 30-year-old American who had never before been past the quarterfinals at a major. That was followed by …

Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula LIVE: US Open result and reaction from gripping women’s final
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula LIVE: US Open result and reaction from gripping women’s final

The Independent  

✕ Close Jack Draper opens up on anxiety after vomiting on US Open court Aryna Sabalenka won her first US Open title and third grand slam after beating home favourite Jessica Pegula to avenge last year’s final defeat. There were nervy moments, particulary as the American Pegula, playing in her first grand slam final, fought back from 3-0 down to …

Aryna Sabalenka defeats Jessica Pegula at U.S. Open for her third Grand Slam title
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka defeats Jessica Pegula at U.S. Open for her third Grand Slam title

LA Times  

Aryna Sabalenka celebrates with the U.S. Open winner’s trophy after defeating Jessica Pegula for the women’s singles title on Saturday. “I know how tough it is to lose in the final, but you’re showing some amazing tennis, and I’m more than sure that one day, you’re going to get one,” Sabalenka told Pegula during the on-court ceremony, then paused and …

Aryna Sabalenka wins US Open over American Jessica Pegula
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka wins US Open over American Jessica Pegula

CNN  

New York CNN — Aryna Sabalenka would not be denied hoisting the US Open championship trophy this year. This is Sabalenka’s third career grand slam singles title, having won the Australian Open for the second consecutive year back in January. I mean, that wouldn’t be normal if you would cheer for me, you know?” This was the second year in …

Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro, first woman to reach consecutive US Open finals since Serena Williams in 2019
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro, first woman to reach consecutive US Open finals since Serena Williams in 2019

Hindustan Times  

Aryna Sabalenka moved into her second consecutive U.S. Open final by taking the last seven points and beating Emma Navarro 6-3, 7-6 on Thursday night with her usual brand of high-risk, high-reward tennis. This time, Sabalenka got past another American opponent, the 13th-seeded Navarro — and never let the spectators play too much of a role until things got quite …

US Open: Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro to reach her second consecutive final
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open: Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro to reach her second consecutive final

Deccan Chronicle  

New York: Aryna Sabalenka moved into her second consecutive U.S. Open final by taking the last seven points and beating Emma Navarro 6-3, 7-6 on Thursday night with her usual brand of high-risk, high-reward tennis. This time, Sabalenka got past another American opponent, the 13th-seeded Navarro — and never let the spectators play too much of a role until things …

US Open: Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro to reach her second consecutive final in New York
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open: Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro to reach her second consecutive final in New York

The Independent  

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Aryna Sabalenka risks getting poorer by approximately USD 529000 if she wins against Emma Navarro in US Open semifinal
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka risks getting poorer by approximately USD 529000 if she wins against Emma Navarro in US Open semifinal

Hindustan Times  

Having finished as runners-up last year at the US Open, Aryna Sabalenka is trying her level best to secure the Grand Slam title this year. The 26-year-old defeated China's Qinwen Zheng in straight sets, 6-1 6-2, in her quarter-final match at the Arthur Ashe Stadium and then also made a playful offer to the spectators. If the crowd actually follows …

Jessica Pegula wins at U.S. Open, setting up title showdown with Aryna Sabalenka
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jessica Pegula wins at U.S. Open, setting up title showdown with Aryna Sabalenka

LA Times  

Jessica Pegula hits a return during her U.S. Open semifinal victory over Karolina Muchova on Thursday night. It will be a rematch of last month’s final at the hard-court Cincinnati Open, which Sabalenka won — the only blemish on Pegula’s post-Olympics record. “Hopefully I can get some revenge out here,” said Pegula, whose parents own the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and …

Aryna Sabalenka Bests Jessica Pegula to Lift WTA Cincinnati Open Title
4 months ago

Aryna Sabalenka Bests Jessica Pegula to Lift WTA Cincinnati Open Title

News 18  

Aryna Sabalenka thrust herself into US Open title contention on Monday with a 6-3, 7-5 defeat of Jessica Pegula to win the ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open. It’s really important going into the US Open.” Sabalenka — beaten in last year’s US Open final — has now defeated Pegula, champion last week in Toronto, in five of seven matches. “Let’s keep it …

Sabalenka downs Pegula to win WTA Cincinnati Open
4 months ago

Sabalenka downs Pegula to win WTA Cincinnati Open

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka raises the Rookwood Cup after the women's championship match of the Cincinnati Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, on August 19, 2024. CINCINNATI - Aryna Sabalenka thrust herself into US Open title contention on Monday with a 6-3, 7-5 defeat of Jessica Pegula to win the ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open. The third seed who missed …

Sabalenka overpowers Pegula to win Cincinnati Open
4 months ago

Sabalenka overpowers Pegula to win Cincinnati Open

The Hindu  

Aryna Sabalenka harnessed her powerful serve to subdue American Jessica Pegula 6-3 7-5 and win the Cincinnati Open on Monday, sending a message ahead of the year's final major in New York. The twice Australian Open dropped only nine points on serve and hit 10 aces as she overcame some jitters late in the second set in an otherwise confident …

Sabalenka and Pegula advance to Cincinnati Open final
4 months ago

Sabalenka and Pegula advance to Cincinnati Open final

The Hindu  

Aryna Sabalenka advanced to her first Cincinnati Open final with relative ease, defeating Polish world number one Iga Swiatek 6-3 6-3 in the semi-finals on Sunday. American Jessica Pegula beat Spain's Paula Badosa 6-2 3-6 6-3 in a much tougher second semi-final that was briefly suspended due to rain. Belarusian world number three Sabalenka showcased her prowess with a fast-paced, …

Cincinnati Open: Aryna Sabalenka Battles Past Iga Swiatek to Reach Summit Clash
4 months ago

Cincinnati Open: Aryna Sabalenka Battles Past Iga Swiatek to Reach Summit Clash

News 18  

Aryna Sabalenka squandered nine match points but defeated world number one Iga Swiatek 6-3, 6-3 on Sunday, breaking through to her first final at the WTA and ATP Cincinnati Open.t Four-time Cincinnati semi-finalist Sabalenka will rise to second in the WTA rankings with a week to go before the start of the US Open. Sabalenka was broken for 5-3 but …

Aryna Sabalenka faces shock defeat in French Open quarterfinals, loses to Mirra Andreeva
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka faces shock defeat in French Open quarterfinals, loses to Mirra Andreeva

Hindustan Times  

Aryna Sabalenka became the second seeded player to face an upset on Wednesday at the French Open quarterfinals, as she faced a three-set defeat at the hands of Mirra Andreeva. The Belarusian second seed faced a 7-6, 4-6, 4-6 defeat against Andreeva, setting up a semi-final clash against Jasmine Paolini of Italy, who defeated Elena Rybakina earlier on the day. …

Sabalenka and Rybakina reach French Open fourth round while Medvedev and Zverev also advance
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabalenka and Rybakina reach French Open fourth round while Medvedev and Zverev also advance

Associated Press  

PARIS — Grand Slam winners Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka reached the fourth round of the French Open in straight sets on Saturday. Two-time Australian Open champion Sabalenka, seeded second, followed her on Court Philippe Chatrier and won against Paula Badosa 7-5, 6-1. Zverev, who won the Italian Open last month, has reached the semifinals at the past three French …

French Open 2024: Rybakina sees off Rus to move into third round, Sabalenka eases past Uchijima
6 months, 3 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Rybakina sees off Rus to move into third round, Sabalenka eases past Uchijima

The Hindu  

Fourth seed Elena Rybakina made a sluggish start before beating Dutchwoman Arantxa Rus 6-3 6-4 on Thursday to move into the third round of the French Open. But she’s an experienced player and it’s not easy to play her.” There was little to separate the duo early in the second set before the lanky Rus took advantage of mistakes from …

Qatar Open 2024: Rybakina beats Pavlyuchenkova to set up final clash with Swiatek
10 months, 1 week ago

Qatar Open 2024: Rybakina beats Pavlyuchenkova to set up final clash with Swiatek

The Hindu  

Third seed Elena Rybakina is into the final of the Qatar Open after a 6-2 6-4 win over Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in Friday’s semifinal and will now meet world number one Iga Swiatek in the decider. After an even opening, Rybakina served to love to make it 2-2 before going on to break the Russian’s serve twice in the first set. …

WTA Mumbai Open: Kudermetova of Russia makes remarkable comeback over Sahaja in the pre-quarterfinals
10 months, 2 weeks ago

WTA Mumbai Open: Kudermetova of Russia makes remarkable comeback over Sahaja in the pre-quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Polina Kudermetova of Russia came up with a remarkably sharp game midway through the third set to beat Sahaja Yamalapalli 1-6, 6-3, 7-5 in the pre-quarterfinals of the L&T Mumbai Open WTA tennis tournament at the CCI on Thursday. Down 2-5 in the third set, Kudermetova stepped it up and went on a higher gear, much to the delight of …

Aryna Sabalenka wins battle for consistency, back-to-back Australian Open titles
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Aryna Sabalenka wins battle for consistency, back-to-back Australian Open titles

LA Times  

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus holds the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup after defeating Zheng Qinwen of China in the Australian Open women’s singles final in Melbourne, Australia, on Saturday. Sabalenka ensured she wasn’t a one-hit wonder by clinching back-to-back Australian Open titles with a 6-3, 6-2 win over Zheng Qinwen on Saturday in a one-sided women’s final that contrasted sharply with …

Australian Open 2024 Day 1: Djokovic, Rublev survive first round upsets; Sabalenka-Sinner through to 2nd round
11 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2024 Day 1: Djokovic, Rublev survive first round upsets; Sabalenka-Sinner through to 2nd round

India TV News  

Australian Open 2024 witnessed no major upset in men's and women's singles round one fixtures on Day 1. Tournament favourites Novak Djokovic and Andrey Rublev had to fight in their opening games against unseeded opponents while the likes of Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner enjoyed a smooth ride to the next round. In the men's singles most-awaited game on Day …

Krejcikova crashes out to qualifier in Adelaide first round
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Krejcikova crashes out to qualifier in Adelaide first round

The Hindu  

Former French Open champion Barbora Krejcikova and fifth seed Beatriz Haddad Maia were high-profile casualties on day one of the ATP-WTA Adelaide International on Monday, both crashing out to qualifiers. Czech fourth seed Krejcikova was beaten by Anna Kalinskaya 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 while Brazil’s Haddad Maia met the same fate at the hands of another Russian, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, losing 6-3, …

Elena Rybakina secures Brisbane title after thumping win over Aryna Sabalenka
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Elena Rybakina secures Brisbane title after thumping win over Aryna Sabalenka

The Independent  

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Brisbane International: Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up Australian Open final rematch
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Brisbane International: Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up Australian Open final rematch

Firstpost  

Brisbane: Top seed Aryna Sabalenka swept past Victoria Azarenka on Saturday into a Brisbane International final against world number four Elena Rybakina, setting up a replay of last year’s Australian Open decider. Sabalenka leads their head-to-head 5-2, including a three-set win in the Australian Open final last year that earned her a maiden Grand Slam title. “It’s an amazing start …

Iga Swiatek returns to world number one after ruthless WTA Finals victory
1 year, 1 month ago

Iga Swiatek returns to world number one after ruthless WTA Finals victory

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WTA Finals: Iga Swiatek returns to world No 1 after comprehensive win over Pegula in final
1 year, 1 month ago

WTA Finals: Iga Swiatek returns to world No 1 after comprehensive win over Pegula in final

Firstpost  

Swiatek dominated Pegula from start to finish to clinch a 6-1, 6-0 victory in a 59-minute masterclass. Poland’s Iga Swiatek thrashed Jessica Pegula to win the WTA Finals on Monday, sealing her return to world number one. Second seed Swiatek dominated Pegula from start to finish to clinch a 6-1, 6-0 victory in a 59-minute masterclass. The 17th win of …

Iga Swiatek Thrashes Jessica Pegula to Win WTA Finals, Reclaim No.1 Ranking
1 year, 1 month ago

Iga Swiatek Thrashes Jessica Pegula to Win WTA Finals, Reclaim No.1 Ranking

News 18  

Poland’s Iga Swiatek thrashed Jessica Pegula to win the WTA Finals on Monday, sealing her return to world number one. The 17th win of Swiatek’s career ensures that the four-time major singles champion from Warsaw will finish the season as world number one for a second straight year. “And she was just playing super solid.” Swiatek, 22, had beaten outgoing …

Iga Swiatek defeats Aryna Sabalenka at WTA Finals for chance to reclaim World No 1
1 year, 1 month ago

Iga Swiatek defeats Aryna Sabalenka at WTA Finals for chance to reclaim World No 1

The Independent  

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WTA Finals: No.2 Iga Swiatek Beats No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in Semis
1 year, 1 month ago

WTA Finals: No.2 Iga Swiatek Beats No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in Semis

News 18  

Second-ranked Iga Swiatek defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-2 on Sunday to reach the title match of the WTA Finals, where she will face fellow unbeaten Jessica Pegula. Instead, reigning French Open champion Swiatek of Poland can claim the year-end world number one spot for the second consecutive season by defeating American Pegula in Monday’s championship match. I’m …

Iga Swiatek tops Aryna Sabalenka at WTA Finals to reach title match and get a shot at No. 1
1 year, 1 month ago

Iga Swiatek tops Aryna Sabalenka at WTA Finals to reach title match and get a shot at No. 1

Hindustan Times  

Iga Swiatek gave herself a shot at her first WTA Finals title and the year-end top ranking by eliminating No. Iga Swiatek, of Poland, celebrates after defeating Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, during a women's singles semifinal match at the WTA Finals tennis championships, in Cancun The second-seeded Swiatek, a 22-year-old from Poland, will meet the fifth-seeded Jessica Pegula, a 29-year-old …

Iga Swiatek’s semi-final suspended after Jessica Pegula knocks Coco Gauff out of WTA Finals
1 year, 1 month ago

Iga Swiatek’s semi-final suspended after Jessica Pegula knocks Coco Gauff out of WTA Finals

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WTA Finals 2023: Pegula defeats Gauff to reach title match, Swiatek v Sabalenka semifinal suspended
1 year, 1 month ago

WTA Finals 2023: Pegula defeats Gauff to reach title match, Swiatek v Sabalenka semifinal suspended

The Hindu  

Jessica Pegula beat U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff 6-2, 6-1 on Saturday to reach the title match at the WTA Finals in Cancun, Mexico, where she will next face either world number one Aryna Sabalenka or Iga Swiatek. Pegula broke at love to open the match and attacked her good friend Gauff’s serve twice more for a 5-2 lead en …

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