Pegula sets up Washington Open final against Eala
- On Saturday, 21-year-old Alexandra Eala of the Philippines defeated Naomi Osaka of Japan 6-4, 6-2 at the Washington Open. The victory advances Eala to the final against third-ranked Jessica Pegula.
- Eala, ranked 28th, reached the final after ousting second seed Elina Svitolina for her sixth top-10 victory this season. Osaka remains without a title since winning the 2021 Australian Open.
- Eala captured the opening set in 38 minutes and closed the match after 76 minutes of play. "I think I played really well," Eala said, adding, "really happy to share the court with Naomi."
- Earlier Saturday, top-seeded Jessica Pegula defeated Russia's Diana Shnaider 7-5, 6-4 to reach the final. Seeking her 12th career title, Pegula said, "I found a little rhythm on the return."
- Pegula seeks her third title of the year against the young contender. "It's going to be a battle," Pegula said, describing Eala as "the future of the tour.
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