Tennis
The first semi-finalists of the WTA Finals 2023 have been announced
5th racket in the world Jessica Pegula She became the first tennis player to reach the semi-finals at the 2023 WTA Finals.
The American won the first two rounds in the “Bakalar” group. Jessica first finished Elena Rybakina, then defeated Aryna Sabalenka.
Considering that Rybakina won against Maria Sakkari in the 2nd round, Jessica (who has 2 points) can be overtaken by either Rybakina or Sabalenka, one of the two participants. Elena and Arina each got their 1st win (1 point each). They will play each other in the last 3rd round.
Pegula is guaranteed a place in the play-offs anyway, as two tennis players from the foursome will advance to the semi-finals.
In the 3rd round of the group stage, Jessica will play against Maria Sakkari, who has already lost the chance to reach the semifinals due to two defeats – Rybakina and Sabalenka.
Tournament table of Bacalar group after 2 rounds
Source: Sport UA
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