In the second round of group play at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Barbora Krejcikova displayed decisive form, claiming a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Jessica Pegula. Initially, Pegula appeared confident, using a powerful first serve to keep Krejcikova on the defensive. However, Krejcikova quickly adapted, breaking Pegula’s serve at a crucial moment late in the first set and then capitalizing to take the opener.
Consistency and Precision Secure Victory for Krejcikova
As the match continued, Krejcikova maintained pressure with consistent serves and effective slices, keeping Pegula off balance. Frustration set in for Pegula, whose errors began to pile up as the game wore on. Her unforced mistakes, including shots into the net on relatively easy returns, allowed Krejcikova to close the match in just 70 minutes, the shortest so far in the tournament.
What’s Next in the Group Stage
This result brings Krejcikova one step closer to a possible semifinal, depending on further results in her group. Notably, if Iga Świątek wins her upcoming match against Coco Gauff, she will secure a semifinal spot and advance as the top seed from this group.