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Aryna Sabalenka Clinches Cincinnati Open Title with Win Over Jessica Pegula

Posted : 20 August 2024

Aryna Sabalenka propelled herself into contention for the US Open title with a commanding 6-3, 7-5 victory over Jessica Pegula at the WTA Cincinnati Open on Monday. This win marked Sabalenka's first trophy since her triumph at the Australian Open in January, having missed Wimbledon due to a shoulder injury. Her performance at Cincinnati, where she secured her first Masters-level title on hardcourt since 2021, highlights her return to top form.

 

Sabalenka dominated much of the match, breaking Pegula's serve early in the first set and maintaining that advantage throughout the 30-minute opener. In the second set, she started with another break and held a 4-0 lead before a brief lapse allowed Pegula to break back and level the score at 5-5. However, Sabalenka swiftly reasserted herself, breaking Pegula once more and closing out the match on her first match point.

 

The victory is Sabalenka's sixth WTA 1000 title and the 15th of her career. It also places her in a strong position as she moves up to second in the WTA rankings, making her a significant contender for the upcoming US Open, where she finished as the runner-up last year. Her impressive performance, including 10 aces and three breaks of serve, underscores her readiness for the challenges ahead.

 

The Cincinnati final was notable as it was the first time two top-10 players competed for the title since Garbine Muguruza defeated Simona Halep in 2017. Sabalenka’s dominance in the match and her quick recovery after a brief setback illustrate her resilience and readiness for the US Open, where she aims to build on her recent success.

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