National Bank Open 2023: Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula Live Stream, Match Timings, Prediction and Preview
Iga Swiatek set to face Jessica Pegula in the semi finals of the National Bank Open.
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(L) Jessica Pegula and (R) Iga Swiatek (Credits: CNN/AP News)
Iga Swiatek and Jessica Pegula have both advanced to the semi-finals of the Canadian Open after defeating Danielle Collins and Coco Gauff in the third round, respectively. Notably, Pegula’s recent victory has propelled her to the third position in the WTA rankings, surpassing Elena Rybakina. Meanwhile, Swiatek has maintained her position at the top of the rankings for several months. This match between two talented players promises to be a thrilling spectacle that tennis fans worldwide would not want to miss.
Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula: Match Details
- Tournament: National Bank Open
- Match: Iga Swiatek vs Danielle Collins
- Round: Semifinals
- Date: 12th August 2023
- Venue: Montreal, Canada
- Surface: Hard
Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula: Match Preview
Swiatek’s year so far had been a roller coaster ride with certain unpredictable results thrown her way. Despite being placed at the peak of the WTA mountain, the Polish could only win one Grand Slam this year, i.e., Roland Garros. Although she won several other WTA tour matches to defend her number 1 position. She won the Qatar Open, defeating none other than Pegula. In April, she started her grass court events, winning The Stuttgart Open by defeating Aryna Sabalenka. Her last match was at Wimbledon, where she surprisingly lost to Elina Svitolina in the quarter-finals.
Pegula, on the hand, had a great start of the year by representing the United States in the United Cup and winning the tournament. She defeated Swiatek on the way to reach the finals of the event, making it the biggest win of her career. Pegula was able to reach the quarterfinals of the Australian Open and the finals of the Qatar Open, although in the latter she lost to Swiatek.
The American advanced to the fourth round of the Indian Wells Open by defeating Anastasia Potapova after dropping a set. The American performed comebacks against Potapova in Miami, reaching the semifinals. She and Coco Gauff won the Miami doubles title, and she also made the Madrid Open final. Despite controversy, they reached the Rome final, earning Pegula a career-high World No. 2 doubles ranking. In Wimbledon, she lost to Marketa Vondrousova in the quarter-finals.
Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula: Match Prediction
Swiatek and Pegula both prevailed in three-set fights to get to the semifinals. Swiatek faced her second consecutive extended match, but as the World No. 1, she demonstrated her tenacity. Pegula overcame a set loss to Gauff, putting an end to her opponent’s winning streak. While Pegula had previously struggled against Swiatek, their rivalry flipped, with Pegula winning once before Swiatek’s dominating triumph. Swiatek’s ability to endure Pegula’s powerful shots could be critical in her quest for the final, using her talent for overcoming obstacles.
Prediction: Iga Swiatek to win in 3 sets.
Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula: Broadcast and Live Stream Details
- USA – Tennis Channel
- UK – Amazon Prime Video
- Australia – beIN Sport
- France– beIN Sport
- Italy– Supertennis
- Germany– Tennis Channel
- Singapore– Star Hub
- India – SonyLiv
Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula: Match Timings
- Melbourne– 02:30 AM
- Paris– 06:30 PM
- London– 05:30 PM
- New York– 12:30 PM
- Toronto– 12:30 PM
- India– 10:00 PM
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