Jessica Pegula’s Withdrawal from WTA Finals
American tennis star Jessica Pegula has officially withdrawn from the 2024 WTA Finals due to a left knee injury. Pegula, who had already been eliminated from semifinal contention after losing her first two matches, was set to face Iga Swiatek in her final round-robin match. However, Pegula decided to withdraw, citing discomfort and difficulty moving on court.
Knee Injury Flare-Up Affects Pegula’s Performance
The sixth-ranked Jessica Pegula explained that her knee injury had worsened during the tournament. Despite feeling good in the days leading up to her matches, the injury flared up just before her first match. Pegula’s losses to Coco Gauff and Barbora Krejcikova had already dashed her hopes of advancing to the semifinals.
Daria Kasatkina Replaces Pegula in the Orange Group
With Pegula’s withdrawal, Daria Kasatkina, the first alternate and world No. 9, will replace her in the Orange Group at the WTA Finals. Kasatkina’s participation now adds to the already exciting group-stage battles, and fans are eager to see how she performs in the tournament.
Swiatek’s Path to Semifinals
For Iga Swiatek, there is still a chance to join Coco Gauff in the semifinals. Swiatek needs to win her match against Kasatkina and hope that Gauff beats Krejcikova. This would secure Swiatek’s third straight WTA Finals semifinal appearance, further cementing her status as a top contender.
This update highlights the latest WTA Finals news and ongoing developments, including key withdrawals and potential semifinal contenders.
