Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula qualify for WTA Finals in California

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Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula qualify for WTA Finals in California
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Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula have qualified for the WTA Finals, scheduled from November 8 to November 15, 2026, at Indian Wells in California. Both American players have secured spots in the eight-player singles championship after consistent performances, with Gauff ranked No. 5 and Pegula at No. 4. This marks the first time the WTA Finals will be hosted at Indian Wells, a venue also known for the BNP Paribas Open. The tournament features a total prize pool of $15.5 million, with singles and doubles competitions taking place. Gauff previously won the WTA Finals in 2024, while Pegula has won two titles in 2026, highlighting both players' strong seasons.

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  • •Gauff and Pegula qualified for WTA Finals on October 14, 2026.
  • •WTA Finals run from November 8 to November 15, 2026, at Indian Wells.
  • •Gauff is ranked No. 5; Pegula is ranked No. 4.
  • •The event has a prize pool of $15.5 million.
  • •Both players have been in the singles top 10 for 209 consecutive weeks.
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zhukovsky/Depositphotos Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula qualify The Women’s Tennis Association confirmed on October 14, 2026, that American players Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula qualified for the WTA Finals at Indian Wells in California. Both earned places in November’s eight-player singles championship. Gauff, 22, holds the world No. 5 ranking, while Pegula, 32, stands at…

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