Cincinnati Open semifinals: The case for the final four
The 2026 Cincinnati Open has reached the semifinal stage, featuring top players like Jessica Pegula and Iga Swiatek. The article provides a breakdown of the matchups and the strategic outlook for the remaining competitors.
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Jimmie48/WTA CINCINNATI -- Semifinal Saturday awaits as we're down to our final four at the 2026 Cincinnati Open.
In the day session, World No. 3 Jessica Pegula encounters defending champion and World No. 5 Iga Swiatek for the 13th time on the WTA Tour Driven by Mercedes Benz, while Coco Gauff and the unseeded surprise Sara Bejlek begin the night session. The winners will meet Sunday evening to hoist the Cincinnati Open trophy.
From order of play and notable quotes, here is the case for the final four.
Doubles final 11 a.m.: Marie Bouzkova & Linda Noskova vs. Magali Kempen & Alexandra Panova ATP semifinal Semifinal NB 3 p.m.: [3] Jessica Pegula (USA) vs [7] Iga Swiatek (POL) ATP semifinal Semifinal NB 7:30 p.m.: Sara Bejlek vs. [4] Coco Gauff or [10] Marta Kostyuk
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