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Rybakina battles past Pegula to reach Miami semis

Rybakina battles past Pegula to reach Miami semis

Summary

Elena Rybakina defeated Jessica Pegula in the Miami Open quarter-finals, winning in three sets. Rybakina will compete in the semi-finals against either Aryna Sabalenka or Hailey Baptiste. In the men's tournament, Jiri Lehecka advanced to the semi-finals after defeating Martin Landaluce.

Key Facts

  • Elena Rybakina beat Jessica Pegula 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the Miami Open semi-finals.
  • Rybakina has defeated Pegula five times in a row.
  • Rybakina was the runner-up in the Miami Open in 2023 and 2024.
  • She hit 15 aces and saved 8 out of 10 break points during the match.
  • If Coco Gauff reaches the finals, she will move to third in the WTA rankings.
  • Jiri Lehecka defeated Martin Landaluce 7-6 (7-1), 7-5 to enter the men's semi-finals.
  • Lehecka will play either Tommy Paul or Arthur Fils in his next match.

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