Jessica Pegula Defeats Aryna Sabalenka in Wuhan Open
Jessica Pegula has finally defeated Aryna Sabalenka, coming from a set down to secure her third win over the Belarusian in 11 matches.
Pegula now trails 3-8 in head-to-head matchups against Sabalenka, the World No.1.
- Pegula had never progressed beyond the third round in Wuhan prior to this season.
- She had never played a quarterfinal in a WTA 1000 event of the East Asian swing before this year.
Pegula's China Open run was ended by Linda Noskova in the semifinals before arriving in Wuhan.
The Wuhan Open's first seed was the reason why the American couldn't win three Big Titles after reaching the finals, including last year's US Open.
Author's summary: Pegula defeats Sabalenka in Wuhan.