At the 2025 US Open women’s semifinals, Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula put on an unforgettable display that showcased both raw talent and determination from two top WTA professionals. After an exciting and suspenseful match that kept audiences on their toes, Sabalenka outwitted Pegula to win after three sets 3-6, 6-3 and 6-4 against her challenger; Sabalenka displayed resilience as she battled her way back from dropping set one before emerging victorious after recording scores of 4-6, 6-3 and 6-4; taking an important step towards final appearance!
Sabalenka’s victory at Wimbledon was especially meaningful to her career; not only because it propelled her into the final, but also for breaking an impressive record held by Serena Williams: she broke Williams’ Grand Slam win percentage against top 10 WTA players by reaching 69.2% (edging past Williams’ impressive 68.9%), surpassing Serena’s impressive mark of 68.9% held by Serena. However, her ultimate aim remains chasing Steffi Graf’s astounding rate of 76.5% which remains Steffi Graf’s mark which she set over Steffi Graf in her Grand Slam matches; this achievement adds another highlight to Sabalenka’s already impressive career showcase her dominance within women’s tennis and women’s tennis in general.
In a post-match interview, Sabalenka shared her thoughts about the intense match against Pegula, emphasizing the difficulty of the game and her joy in securing the win. She highlighted Pegula’s exceptional talent and fighting spirit, which made the match especially tough. Sabalenka and Pegula have faced off nine times before this seminal event, with Sabalenka winning seven of those encounters. The rivalry between these two athletes has been marked by highly competitive and exciting matches, including this latest face-off at the US Open.
The match also faced external challenges due to weather conditions. Rain in Queens led to the closing of the Arthur Ashe Stadium roof, a factor that typically benefits heavy hitters. Sabalenka, known for her spinning strikes, had to adjust her game against Pegula’s flat shots but ultimately managed to secure the win in the deciding set.
Sabalenka Shares Insights on the Upcoming US Open Final
Looking ahead to the final, Sabalenka took time to reflect upon her intense pressure during the third set against Pegula and how to best adapt mentally for such high stakes matches. She expressed immense thanks and excitement at reaching this final, where she could become only the second woman since Serena Williams in 2015 to achieve consecutive US Open titles – something Sabalenka promised she will give everything on court during that final match!
As the 2025 US Open approaches its exciting conclusion, fans are anxiously waiting to witness whether Sabalenka will face Naomi Osaka or Amanda Anisimova in the final. No matter her opponent, Sabalenka stands ready for an unprecedented test as she bids to capture back-to-back US Open titles – further solidifying her status as one of women’s tennis’ leading competitors.