Jessica Pegula moved into the Washington Open final on Saturday, defeating Diana Shnaider of Russia 7-5, 6-4 in the women's semifinal. The result keeps Pegula on course for what would be her third title of the season.
The world number three advanced in straight sets, handling a competitive match against Shnaider to secure her place in the championship round. Pegula's scoreline showed a tight first set before she closed out the second to finish the job in two sets.
The Washington event remains a notable stop for Pegula, who captured her first WTA title there in 2019. Reaching another final in the U.S. capital adds to an already strong year for the American as she continues to build momentum.
With the semifinal win, Pegula now heads into the final with a chance to add another trophy to her 2024 campaign. Her latest performance also reinforces her status as one of the leading contenders on the women's tour.
