Jessica Pegula Wins First Grasscourt Title in Berlin, Saves 5 Championship Points

Jun 23, 2024, 12:18 PM

Jessica Pegula won the Berlin WTA 500 title by defeating Anna Kalinskaya in a thrilling final. Pegula saved five championship points to secure a 6-7 (0), 6-4, 7-6 (3) victory, marking her first grasscourt tour title. This win is a significant boost for Pegula, who missed the clay season due to injury. Kalinskaya had taken the first set 7-6 (0) and was one set away from victory before Pegula's comeback. The match was the first grasscourt tour final for both players. This victory is Pegula's 5th career title and her first of 2024. Kalinskaya had a 7-0 record against Top 10 players in 2024 before this match.