Elena Rybakina Defeats Jessica Pegula to Secure Miami Open Semi-Final Spot
Elena Rybakina advanced to the Miami Open semi-finals for a third time after a three-set victory over Jessica Pegula. The No.3 seed won 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 in a match lasting two hours and 15 minutes.
Match recap
Rybakina recovered after a slow start. Pegula opened strongly and raced to a 4-0 lead in the first set.
The Australian Open champion responded in sets two and three. She claimed a decisive break and closed out the win.
Key moments
Pegula missed three break points at 2-2 in the second set. That swing handed momentum to Rybakina.
Rybakina used more net approaches to counter Pegula’s fast, short balls. An early break in the decider proved important.
Statistics snapshot
| Winner | Elena Rybakina (No.3) |
| Runner-up | Jessica Pegula (No.5) |
| Score | 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 |
| Duration | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Aces | Rybakina 15 |
| Points won | Rybakina 98, Pegula 100 |
| Recent head-to-head | Rybakina’s fifth straight win over Pegula in seven months |
Rybakina’s comments
She admitted to rushing early and adapting tactics as the match progressed. Rybakina said her net play and a bit of luck helped her turn the match.
What’s next
Rybakina will meet either world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka or Hailey Baptiste in the semi-finals. She defeated Sabalenka in the Australian Open final earlier this year.
The first women’s semi-final on Thursday features Coco Gauff against Karolina Muchova.
Event details
The Miami Open runs through March 29. Fans can watch ATP and WTA action live on Sky Sports and stream via NOW.
Coverage of the match and tournament updates are available on Filmogaz.com.
