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Pegula sets up Australian Open semi against Rybakina as Swiatek crashes out

Pegula sets up Australian Open semi against Rybakina as Swiatek crashes out

Summary

Elena Rybakina and Jessica Pegula will compete in the semifinals of the Australian Open. Rybakina defeated Iga Swiatek, hoping for her second Grand Slam victory, and Pegula overcame Amanda Anisimova, advancing to her first Australian Open semifinal.

Key Facts

  • Elena Rybakina beat Iga Swiatek in straight sets at the Australian Open.
  • Rybakina aims for her second Grand Slam title, having won Wimbledon in 2022.
  • Jessica Pegula defeated Amanda Anisimova with a 6-2, 7-6 score.
  • Pegula has reached her first Australian Open semifinal without dropping a set.
  • Swiatek was working to achieve a career Grand Slam but lost.
  • Rybakina and Pegula have faced each other six times, each winning three matches.
  • The other semifinal match features Aryna Sabalenka and Elina Svitolina.

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