Aryna Sabalenka on the brink of history after reaching fourth consecutive US Open final
Aryna Sabalenka is one win away from a place in tennis history after reaching a fourth consecutive US Open final with a straight-sets victory over Jessica Pegula on Thursday. The defending champion overcame an edgy start to beat the third-seeded American 7-5, 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium, setting up a championship showdown with Elena Rybakina. Victory on Saturday would make Sabalenka the first…
Aryna Sabalenka edges closer to tennis history after claiming her fourth straight US Open final appearance with a straight-sets win over Jessica Pegula. The defending champion, who started strongly but struggled initially, prevailed 7-5, 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium. If she triumphs on Saturday, Sabalenka will become the first woman since Serena Williams to win three consecutive US Open titles and the third player in the Open Era to achieve the feat, alongside Williams and Chris Evert.
"I was so desperate for the win, I wanted it badly," Sabalenka remarked. She displayed dominance by serving seven aces and striking 29 winners, gradually overcoming Pegula from the baseline before sealing the match with an unreturnable shot. Pegula, who had previously lost to Sabalenka in the 2024 final, displayed resilience, saving an early break point and holding her nerve despite Sabalenka's frustration boiling over.
The Belarusian will face Elena Rybakina in the championship, who earlier triumphed over Coco Gauff to reach her third Grand Slam final.
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