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Marketa Vondrousova withdrew from her US Open quarterfinal against Aryna Sabalenka due to a knee injury. Sabalenka now advances to face Jessica Pegula in the semifinals. This sets up a rematch of last year's final between the two top players. Sabalenka holds a dominant 7-2 record against Pegula in their previous encounters.

Key Points: Sabalenka Faces Pegula in US Open Semifinal After Vondrousova Withdraws

  • Vondrousova withdraws from quarterfinal due to knee injury during warm-up
  • Sabalenka advances to semifinal without playing a match
  • Pegula defeated Krejcikova in straight sets to reach semis
  • Sabalenka leads head-to-head against Pegula with seven wins
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US Open: Sabalenka set for semi-final showdown with Pegula

Aryna Sabalenka advances to US Open semifinal via walkover after Marketa Vondrousova withdraws with knee injury. Set for rematch with Jessica Pegula.

"I am sorry to announce that I have to withdraw from my quarterfinal match this evening due to a knee injury. - Marketa Vondrousova"

New York, September 3

Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the semifinals of the US Open on Wednesday via a walkover as 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova withdrew ahead of her quarterfinal fixture against Sabalenka, citing a knee injury.

Sabalenka is set to face Jessica Pegula in the semis, a rematch of last year's final.

"I am sorry to announce that I have to withdraw from my quarterfinal match this evening due to a knee injury. I tried my best to take the court today, but during the warm-up, I felt pain in my knee, and after consultation with the tournament doctor, I decided not to risk aggravating the injury. I appreciate all the support for this tournament and apologise to the fans who were looking forward to the match. I had an amazing time here in NY and can't wait to be back next year," Vondrousova said as quoted from the US Open website.

Sabalenka posted a message on her Instagram story for Vondrousova, "So sorry for Marketa after all she's been through. She has been playing amazing tennis, and I know how badly this must hurt for her. Take care of yourself, and I hope you can recover quickly."

Pegula advanced to the semifinals of the US Open, defeating Barbora Krejcikova 6-3, 6-3 on Tuesday to get in the final four at a Grand Slam tournament for just the second time in her career. Pegula possesses just two wins in nine encounters over Sabalenka.

Sabalenka stormed into the quarter finals with a dominant victory over Cristina Bucsa 6-1, 6-4 in the night session without dropping a set and assured herself of retaining the No. 1 ranking after the tournament.

Earlier in the tournament, Sabalenka showed why she is the World No. 1 and the defending champion, as she battled past Leylah Fernandez to secure a straight-sets victory 6-3, 7-6(2) in an intense third-round clash at the US Open 2025.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Sabalenka is looking unstoppable! Her power game is just too much for most players. Hope she maintains her No. 1 ranking after this tournament 💪
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Aditya G
Respect to Vondrousova for making the smart decision to withdraw rather than risk serious injury. Health comes first always! 🙏
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Sarah B
Pegula has only 2 wins in 9 matches against Sabalenka? That's a tough record to overcome. But she's been playing well this tournament - maybe she can turn it around!
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Nikhil C
While I understand the injury situation, it's a bit disappointing for fans who paid for tickets expecting a competitive quarterfinal. Maybe tournaments need better contingency plans? 🤔
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Meera T
Sabalenka's classy response shows great sportsmanship! Wishing both players the best for the semis. May the best player win! 🎾✨

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