The stage is set at the U.S. Open for a compelling quarterfinal showdown as Jessica Pegula, last year’s finalist, takes on Barbora Krejčíková. Pegula enters this match after taking down fellow American Ann Li 6-1, 6-2 in just 54 minutes. The World No. 4 is yet to drop a set so far and has enjoyed an impressive 2025 season.
Early in the year, Pegula claimed titles at the ATX Open and the Charleston Open, her first clay-court title, followed by a dominant run at Bad Homburg, defeating Iga Świątek in the final. Although she fell to Aryna Sabalenka in the Miami Open final, her consistency is praiseworthy.
Krejčíková, meanwhile, delivered one of the most dramatic comebacks of the tournament, saving eight match points in her fourth-round encounter with Taylor Townsend before winning the epic three-setter.
Jessica Pegula vs Barbora Krejčíková Match Details
- Date: September 2, 2025
- Tournament: US Open
- Round: Quarterfinals
- Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York City
- Category: Grand Slam
- Surface: Outdoor hard
- Live telecast: ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV and Sling TV
Pegula vs. Krejčíková Head-to-Head
To date, Pegula and Krejčíková have faced each other thrice, with Krejčíková holding a 2–1 lead in their rivalry. Their most recent clash occurred during the WTA Finals in Riyadh on November 5, 2024, played indoors on hard court, where Krejčíková triumphed 6-3, 6-3 in the round-robin phase.
Pegula vs. Krejčíková Prediction
Pegula enters this match with a strong hard-court résumé. Her 2025 season win-loss record stands at 37–16, including several titles on hard. In comparison, Krejčíková’s year-to-date singles record is 8–6. Although she hasn’t claimed any titles in 2025, her recent US Open run, including her dramatic win over Townsend, shows signs of a rising form curve.
Jessica Pegula makes her eighth Grand Slam quarterfinal of the decade! 🎱 pic.twitter.com/aMlcNHffK5
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 31, 2025
Pegula is known for her aggressive baseline game, solid serve, and efficient point construction. Krejčíková, on the other hand, brings finesse and shot variety. Her cascading groundstrokes and doubles-honed court craft make her a tricky opponent.
From a statistical point of view, Pegula averages 61.5% first-serve percentage, about 2.4 aces per match, and maintains a 2.36 double-fault rate, with 44.1% break-point conversion. Krejčíková’s stats highlight she has accumulated 43 aces, a 66.0% service games won rate, and a 32.1% return games won rate in 2025.
Given the numbers, Pegula holds the edge due to her volume of matches, sharper form track record this season, and reliable serve. However, Krejčíková can’t be counted out as her return stats and high-pressure composure make her a formidable opponent capable of forcing swings in tight sets.
Prediction: Pegula to win in three sets.
