Jessica Pegula (USA, seed #3) reaches the US Open 2026 women's singles semi-final (approx. September 10–11, confirmed by USTA or WTA)
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Published on 3. September 2026
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Predicted for 11. September 2026
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Based on: Statistical Pattern
Jessica Pegula is seeded #3 and placed in the bottom half opposite defending champion Aryna Sabalenka (#1). The projected quarterfinal is Pegula vs. Karolina Muchova (#7), a favourable draw. Pegula is among the strongest US Open performers in recent years and benefits from home crowd support. Her outright odds stand at +1000–+1100 (DraftKings/CBS Sports; implied tournament win probability ~8–9%). The probability of reaching the semi-final is considerably higher, as it only requires winning the quarterfinal against Muchova. Sabalenka winning the final (open prediction) is fully compatible with a Pegula SF appearance. Gauff and Andreeva are in separate quarters and do not compete against Pegula in the QF.
Data basis for this prediction
- USTA Draw 2026 WS: Pegula #3 vs. Muchova #7 in QF – thebiglead.com / Yahoo Sports
- Pegula Gesamtquoten USO 2026: +1000–+1100 (DraftKings Network / CBS Sports, 29. Aug 2026)
- US Open Halbfinale geplant ca. 10.–11. September 2026 (USTA Spielplan / Olympics.com)
- Offene Vorhersage: Sabalenka gewinnt USO 2026 Damen-Finale (USTA/WTA)
Verdict: Hit
[Vorzeitig entschieden] Jessica Pegula (USA, Nr. 3) erreichte das Halbfinale der US Open 2026 Damen-Einzel, verlor dort gegen Aryna Sabalenka. Das Halbfinale wurde erreicht. Quelle: CBS Sports / Wikipedia 2026 US Open Women's singles.
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