Iva Jovic captures second consecutive title at Guadalajara Open

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Iva Jovic captures second consecutive title at Guadalajara Open
Summary

Iva Jovic won the 2026 Guadalajara Open, successfully defending her title with a straight-sets victory over Peyton Stearns, 6-4, 6-2. The final took place just before rain impacted the ceremony. At 18, Jovic has now claimed both of her WTA titles at this venue and is projected to rise to World No. 13 in the rankings. Throughout the tournament, she did not drop a set, strengthening her status among the next generation of American women’s tennis players. This win adds to her recent successes and prepares her for the upcoming Asian swing on the tour.

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  • Jovic won the Guadalajara Open final in straight sets.
  • She did not drop a set throughout the tournament.
  • Her victory comes just before rain affected the trophy presentation.
  • Jovic is now ranked World No. 13 in live WTA rankings.
  • She is viewed as a potential future Grand Slam champion.
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Iva Jovic successfully goes back-to-back, winning the 2026 Guadalajara Open in straight sets over fellow American Peyton Stearns

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