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In a highly anticipated WTA clash at the Dubai Open, Iva Jovic will take on Jessica Pegula on February 19, 2026. This matchup sees Jovic competing on home soil, adding an extra layer of motivation as she aims to capitalize on local support against a formidable opponent.
Jovic comes into this match with a solid recent performance, having secured victories in 3 of her last 5 outings. Her game is characterized by aggressive baseline play and a robust serve, which will be crucial in countering Pegula’s well-rounded skill set. However, she faces a challenging opponent in Pegula, who has been consistently impressive, winning 4 of her last 5 matches. Pegula’s strengths lie in her tactical versatility and ability to adapt during matches, making her a tough competitor in any scenario.
Bookmakers have established Jovic as the underdog with odds of 2.75 compared to Pegula’s 1.44, indicating a prevailing expectation for an away victory. Our model predicts a 38.9% chance of a home win for Jovic, while assigning Pegula a 61.1% probability of success. While the statistical landscape favors Pegula, Jovic’s home advantage and recent form suggest that an upset is not out of the question. As both players prepare for this crucial encounter, fans can expect a competitive match as they vie for a coveted spot in the tournament.
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| Jovic 34.4% |
Pegula 65.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 0:2
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Latest Results
| 17.02.26 Iva Jovic – Diana Shnaider – 2:1 16.02.26 Iva Jovic – Kamilla Rakhimova – 2:1 16.02.26 Iva Jovic – Maria Sakkari – Canceled 26.01.26 Aryna Sabalenka – Iva Jovic – 2:0 24.01.26 Yulia Putintseva – Iva Jovic – 0:2 |
17.02.26 Varvara Gracheva – Jessica Pegula – 0:2 29.01.26 Jessica Pegula – Elena Rybakina – 0:2 27.01.26 Jessica Pegula – Amanda Anisimova – 2:0 25.01.26 Jessica Pegula – Madison Keys – 2:0 23.01.26 Jessica Pegula – Oksana Selekhmeteva – 2:0 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Singles – Main
1/32-finals
| 1 | Rybakina E. (1) | Bye | |
| 2 | Maria T. | Birrell K. (Q) | 1 : 2 |
| 3 | Ruzic A. (LL) | Raducanu E. | 2 : 1 |
| 4 | Uchijima M. (Q) | Zakharova A. (LL) | 0 : 2 |
| 5 | Bencic B. (9) | Bouzas Maneiro J. | 2 : 1 |
| 6 | Sonmez Z. (WC) | Bejlek S. (WC) | 0 : 2 |
| 7 | Siniakova K. | Badosa P. | 0 : 2 |
| 8 | Bye | Svitolina E. (7) | |
| 9 | Gauff C. (3) | Bye | |
| 10 | Ostapenko J. | Kalinskaya A. | 1 : 2 |
| 11 | Bouzkova M. | Mertens E. | 0 : 2 |
| 12 | Ruse G. (Q) | Navarro E. (14) | 0 : 2 |
| 13 | Noskova L. (10) | Li A. | 2 : 1 |
| 14 | Cirstea S. | Sasnovich A. (Q) | 2 : 0 |
| 15 | Baptiste H. (RET.) (LL) | Eala A. | 0 : 1 |
| 16 | Bye | Paolini J. (6) | |
| 17 | Alexandrova E. (8) | Bye | |
| 18 | Sun L. (WC) | Linette M. | 1 : 2 |
| 19 | Stearns P. (LL) | Frech M. (LL) | 2 : 0 |
| 20 | Kenin S. | Tauson C. (12) | 0 : 2 |
| 21 | Jovic I. (16) | Rakhimova K. (LL) | 2 : 1 |
| 22 | Shnaider D. | Joint M. | 2 : 0 |
| 23 | Gracheva V. (Q) | Sramkova R. (Q) | 2 : 1 |
| 24 | Bye | Pegula J. (4) | |
| 25 | Andreeva M. (5) | Bye | |
| 26 | Siegemund L. | Kasatkina D. | 0 : 2 |
| 27 | Seidel E. (Q) | Bucsa C. | 2 : 0 |
| 28 | Cristian J. | Marcinko P. (LL) | 2 : 0 |
| 29 | Samsonova L. (13) | Fernandez L. | 1 : 2 |
| 30 | Yastremska D. | Tjen J. (WC) | 0 : 2 |
| 31 | Pavlyuchenkova A. | Krejcikova B. | 0 : 2 |
| 32 | Bye | Anisimova A. (2) |
1/16-finals
| 1 | Rybakina E. (1) | Birrell K. | |
| 2 | Ruzic A. | Zakharova A. | |
| 3 | Bencic B. (WO.) (9) | Bejlek S. | |
| 4 | Badosa P. | Svitolina E. (7) | |
| 5 | Gauff C. (3) | Kalinskaya A. | 2 : 0 |
| 6 | Mertens E. | Navarro E. (14) | 2 : 0 |
| 7 | Noskova L. (10) | Cirstea S. | |
| 8 | Eala A. | Paolini J. (6) | |
| 9 | Alexandrova E. (8) | Linette M. | 1 : 2 |
| 10 | Stearns P. | Tauson C. (12) | 0 : 2 |
| 11 | Jovic I. (16) | Shnaider D. | 2 : 1 |
| 12 | Gracheva V. | Pegula J. (4) | 0 : 2 |
| 13 | Andreeva M. (WO.) (5) | Kasatkina D. | |
| 14 | Seidel E. (RET.) | Cristian J. | 0 : 1 |
| 15 | Fernandez L. | Tjen J. | 0 : 2 |
| 16 | Krejcikova B. | Anisimova A. (WO.) (2) |
1/8-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | Bencic B. (9) | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | Gauff C. (3) | Mertens E. | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 | |
| 5 | Linette M. | Tauson C. (12) | |
| 6 | Jovic I. (16) | Pegula J. (4) | |
| 7 | Andreeva M. (5) | Cristian J. | |
| 8 | Tjen J. | Anisimova A. (2) |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | TBD #5 | TBD #6 | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
WTA Dubai Outrights
1. Rybakina Elena: 3.34 (20.74%)
2. Anisimova Amanda: 5.72 (12.11%)
3. Gauff Coco: 8.15 (8.49%)
4. Pegula Jessica: 8.48 (8.16%)
5. Andreeva Mirra: 8.82 (7.85%)
6. Svitolina Elina: 13.47 (5.14%)
7. Jovic Iva: 15.67 (4.42%)
8. Bencic Belinda: 22.67 (3.05%)
9. Mertens Elise: 28 (2.47%)
10. Bejlek Sara: 29 (2.39%)
11. Alexandrova Ekaterina: 29.83 (2.32%)
12. Cirstea Sorana: 33.17 (2.09%)
13. Shnaider Diana: 34 (2.04%)
14. Tauson Clara: 34 (2.04%)
15. Kalinskaya Anna: 34 (2.04%)
16. Paolini Jasmine: 34 (2.04%)
17. Noskova Linda: 39.83 (1.74%)
18. Tjen Janice: 41 (1.69%)
19. Ruzic Antonia: 43.4 (1.59%)
20. Badosa Paula: 61.33 (1.13%)
21. Stearns Peyton: 80.33 (0.86%)
22. Navarro Emma: 88.67 (0.78%)
23. Kasatkina Daria: 96.17 (0.72%)
24. Zakharova Anastasia: 101 (0.69%)
25. Eala Alexandra: 105.2 (0.66%)
26. Cristian Jaqueline: 105.33 (0.66%)
27. Linette Magda: 117 (0.59%)
28. Gracheva Varvara: 133.67 (0.52%)
29. Seidel Ella: 133.67 (0.52%)
30. Birrell Kimberly: 142 (0.49%)
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