Jessica Pegula vs Sofia Kenin predictions, Sep 02, 2026

WTA US Open, on Wednesday,

Jessica Pegula

Sofia Kenin

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In an exciting matchup at the WTA US Open, Jessica Pegula will face off against Sofia Kenin on September 2, 2026. Pegula, leveraging her home advantage, enters this contest with strong recent form, having secured victories in 4 of her last 5 matches. Her consistent baseline play and tactical versatility have made her a formidable opponent, particularly on hard courts, where she can effectively utilize her powerful serve and solid footwork.

On the other hand, Sofia Kenin has struggled lately, winning only 2 of her last 5 matches. Known for her aggressive style and competitive spirit, Kenin will need to find a way to regain her rhythm to challenge Pegula effectively. She thrives on counter-punching and making her opponents uncomfortable, but will need to manage her errors to remain competitive.

Bookmakers favor Pegula heavily with odds at 1.04 for a home victory, while Kenin sits at 9.21. While Pegula’s form and home advantage suggest a high likelihood of success, Kenin’s ability to pull off an upset cannot be discounted. With both players’ strengths and recent performances in mind, this match promises to be a compelling encounter, though outcomes remain uncertain.

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Pegula
90.3%
Kenin
9.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.07 9.00
MarathonBet 1.05 14.10 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.04 8.25
Pinnacle 1.04 9.21
Best for US Customers 1.04 8.20

Latest Results

30.08.26 Jessica Pegula – Elena Gabriela Ruse – 2:0
23.08.26 Cori Gauff – Jessica Pegula – 2:0
22.08.26 Jessica Pegula – Iga Swiatek – 2:1
20.08.26 Amanda Anisimova – Jessica Pegula – 1:2
19.08.26 Sorana Cirstea – Jessica Pegula – 1:2
30.08.26 Venus Williams – Sofia Kenin – 0:2
16.08.26 Marta Kostyuk – Sofia Kenin – 2:1
14.08.26 Sofia Kenin – Eva Lys – 2:1
01.08.26 Sofia Kenin – Lucrezia Stefanini – 1:2
27.07.26 Emma Navarro – Sofia Kenin – 2:0

Facts

  • Pegula is ranked WTA: 3. Kenin is ranked WTA: 110.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Pegula won 3.
  • Pegula is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • In recent matches, Kenin has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Pegula may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Pegula is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Pegula won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 10:6. (average 1.7:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.04.25 Jessica Pegula – Sofia Kenin – 2:0
    29.08.24 Sofia Kenin – Jessica Pegula – 0:2
    05.06.21 Sofia Kenin – Jessica Pegula – 2:1
    02.02.21 Jessica Pegula – Sofia Kenin – 1:2
    15.09.18 Sofia Kenin – Jessica Pegula – 1:2

    Standings

    Draw

    Singles – Main

    1/64-finals

    1 Sabalenka A. (1) Osorio C.
    2 Zarazua R. Iatcenko P. (Q) 1 : 2
    3 Ito A. Selekhmeteva O.
    4 Rakhimova K. Krejcikova B. (27) 2 : 0
    5 Chwalinska M. (20) Townsend T.
    6 Preston T. (WC) Parks A. 2 : 0
    7 Vandewinkel H. Pliskova Ka. 1 : 2
    8 Snigur D. Shnaider D. (15)
    9 Kostyuk M. (11) Hunter S. (Q) 2 : 0
    10 Stephens S. (WC) Tauson C.
    11 Birrell K. Marcinko P. 0 : 1
    12 Kessler M. Alexandrova E. (18) 0 : 2
    13 Li A. (29) Ruzic A.
    14 Gibson T. Vekic D. 1 : 2
    15 Kalieva E. (Q) Tararudee L. 1 : 2
    16 Volynets K. Noskova L. (6)
    17 Pegula J. (3) Ruse G. 2 : 0
    18 Williams V. (WC) Kenin S. (WC) 0 : 2
    19 Sawangkaew M. Udvardy P.
    20 Zhang S. Fernandez L. (31) 0 : 2
    21 Paolini J. (19) Erjavec V. 2 : 1
    22 Stefanini L. (Q) Yastremska D. 2 : 1
    23 Golubic V. Parry D.
    24 Grabher J. Cirstea S. (16)
    25 Svitolina E. (9) Sierra S. 2 : 0
    26 Joint M. Samsonova L.
    27 Arango E. Wang Xin. 0 : 2
    28 Blinkova A. Kalinskaya A. (21)
    29 Navarro E. (26) Boisson L. 1 : 0
    30 Koevermans A. (Q) McNally C.
    31 Lee C. Y. (WC) Boulter K. 1 : 2
    32 Kraus S. Muchova K. (7)
    33 Andreeva M. (5) Tjen J.
    34 Knutson G. (Q) Lys E.
    35 Bartunkova N. Sherif M.
    36 Maria T. Ostapenko J. (30)
    37 Potapova A. (24) Valentova T.
    38 Rus A. (Q) Jeanjean L. (WC)
    39 Tagger L. Korpatsch T.
    40 Krueger A. Anisimova A. (10)
    41 Jovic I. (14) Frech M.
    42 Linette M. Jones F. (Q)
    43 Oliynykova O. Brantmeier R. (WC)
    44 Stoiana M. (Q) Eala A. (17)
    45 Bejlek S. (28) Bucsa C.
    46 Kalinina A. Sakatsume H. (Q)
    47 Kasatkina D. Badosa P.
    48 Sonmez Z. Gauff C. (4)
    49 Swiatek I. (8) Wang Xiy.
    50 Podoroska N. Waltert S.
    51 Dart H. (Q) Stearns P.
    52 Jacquemot E. Bouzkova M. (25)
    53 Keys M. (22) Korneeva A.
    54 Havlickova L. (Q) Bondar A.
    55 Zheng Q. (Q) Liutova K. (Q)
    56 Putintseva Y. Bencic B. (12)
    57 Osaka N. (13) Zakharova A.
    58 Cocciaretto E. Siniakova K.
    59 Zidansek T. (Q) Timofeeva M.
    60 Quevedo K. Mertens E. (23)
    61 Sakkari M. (32) Montgomery R. (Q)
    62 Starodubtseva Y. Seidel E.
    63 Vidmanova D. Bouzas Maneiro J.
    64 Frodin T. (WC) Rybakina E. (2)

    1/32-finals

    1 TBD #1 Iatcenko P.
    2 TBD #3 Rakhimova K.
    3 TBD #5 Preston T.
    4 Pliskova Ka. TBD #8
    5 Kostyuk M. (11) TBD #10
    6 TBD #11 Alexandrova E. (18)
    7 TBD #13 Vekic D.
    8 Tararudee L. TBD #16
    9 Pegula J. (3) Kenin S.
    10 TBD #19 Fernandez L. (31)
    11 Paolini J. (19) Stefanini L.
    12 TBD #23 TBD #24
    13 Svitolina E. (9) TBD #26
    14 Wang Xin. TBD #28
    15 TBD #29 TBD #30
    16 Boulter K. TBD #32
    17 TBD #33 TBD #34
    18 TBD #35 TBD #36
    19 TBD #37 TBD #38
    20 TBD #39 TBD #40
    21 TBD #41 TBD #42
    22 TBD #43 TBD #44
    23 TBD #45 TBD #46
    24 TBD #47 TBD #48
    25 TBD #49 TBD #50
    26 TBD #51 TBD #52
    27 TBD #53 TBD #54
    28 TBD #55 TBD #56
    29 TBD #57 TBD #58
    30 TBD #59 TBD #60
    31 TBD #61 TBD #62
    32 TBD #63 TBD #64

    1/16-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4
    3 TBD #5 TBD #6
    4 TBD #7 TBD #8
    5 TBD #9 TBD #10
    6 TBD #11 TBD #12
    7 TBD #13 TBD #14
    8 TBD #15 TBD #16
    9 TBD #17 TBD #18
    10 TBD #19 TBD #20
    11 TBD #21 TBD #22
    12 TBD #23 TBD #24
    13 TBD #25 TBD #26
    14 TBD #27 TBD #28
    15 TBD #29 TBD #30
    16 TBD #31 TBD #32

    1/8-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4
    3 TBD #5 TBD #6
    4 TBD #7 TBD #8
    5 TBD #9 TBD #10
    6 TBD #11 TBD #12
    7 TBD #13 TBD #14
    8 TBD #15 TBD #16

    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

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