Pegula defeats Swiatek to reach Cincinnati Open final

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Pegula defeats Swiatek to reach Cincinnati Open final
Summary

Jessica Pegula won a grueling match against Iga Swiatek at the Cincinnati Open, securing her spot in the final with a score of 7-5, 4-6, 6-4. The match featured 13 breaks of serve and lasted nearly three hours. Pegula will face fellow American Coco Gauff, who advanced by defeating Sara Bejlek 6-4, 6-1. This match marks the first all-American women's final in Cincinnati since 1970. Frances Tiafoe also reached the final, winning against Brandon Nakashima 7-5, 6-3, and will play against Arthur Fils in a notable matchup as it features two black players for the first time in an ATP Masters 1000 final.

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  • Pegula's match lasted almost three hours.
  • The Cincinnati Open final will feature Pegula and Gauff.
  • This is the first all-American women's final here in 56 years.
  • Tiafoe will meet Fils in the men's final.
  • Historic first ATP Masters 1000 final featuring two black players.
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  • 7:27 AMYahoo SportsPegula's three-hour epic sets up all‑US final
  • 7:27 AMBBC SportPegula's three-hour epic sets up all‑US final
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Jessica Pegula's win over Iga Swiatek means the Cincinnati Open will stage its first all‑American women's final in 56 years.

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Jessica Pegula's win over Iga Swiatek means the Cincinnati Open will stage its first all‑American women's final in 56 years.

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