Jessica Pegula defeated a six-time Grand Slam champion in a three-hour match marked by 13 breaks of serve to reach the Cincinnati Open final. She will face another American player in the first all‑American women's final at the tournament in 56 years. Pegula described the contest as emotionally draining, noting inconsistent play and frequent breaks of serve.

The earlier semifinal saw her opponent defeat an unseeded Czech player in straight sets. The final will be a historic clash between two American women, echoing the 1970 final when [PERSON_NAME] beat [PERSON_NAME]. Pegula emphasized staying mentally resilient amid the match's volatility.