Top-seeded Jessica Pegula displayed remarkable resilience in a thrilling match against Victoria Azarenka at the Charleston Open, saving four match points in a third-set tiebreaker to secure a hard-fought 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (7) victory. Pegula's opponent in the semifinals will be Daria Kasatkina, who overcame Jaqueline Cristian in a challenging 6-7 (4), 6-2, 6-3 battle.
Meanwhile, Danielle Collins continued her impressive form by defeating Elise Mertens 6-3, 6-4 to extend her winning streak to 11 matches. Collins expressed her determination to keep pushing forward, aiming for her best-ever finish in Charleston. She will face either Veronika Kudermetova or Maria Sakkari in the semifinals.
Pegula, ranked fifth in the world, reflected on her performance, acknowledging the ups and downs of the match but ultimately finding a way to secure the win. She emphasized the importance of staying confident and using that momentum going forward.
Kasatkina, a former Charleston Open champion, navigated through tough conditions and a resilient opponent to reach the semifinals for the second consecutive year. Despite the challenges, Kasatkina expressed pride in her ability to find ways to win points and overcome adversity.
The stage is set for an exciting semifinal lineup, with Pegula, Collins, Kasatkina, and potentially Kudermetova or Sakkari vying for a spot in the final. Fans can expect more intense battles and impressive performances as the tournament progresses.
