Get all the details for the highly anticipated Cincinnati Masters semifinal showdown between American star Jessica Pegula and world No. 1 Iga Swiatek.
Both players are in peak form heading into a match that has all the makings of a tournament final. The quality of tennis on display from both Pegula and Swiatek has been exceptional throughout the week.
Jessica Pegula has battled through two tough three-set matches, first against Sorana Cirstea in the round of 16 and then against Amanda Anisimova in the quarterfinals. While she may carry more physical fatigue into the semifinal, the Buffalo native is riding the momentum of a stellar season. She aims to cap it off with her third title of the year, a feat she previously achieved in 2025.
Standing in her way is Iga Swiatek, an opponent she has faced twelve times before, with the Polish star holding a slight edge in their head-to-head record. Swiatek arrives in Cincinnati fresh off her recent tournament victory in Toronto and is looking to solidify her position in the top 3 of the rankings ahead of the upcoming US Open.
Head-to-Head History
Jessica Pegula and Iga Swiatek have met 12 times, with Swiatek leading the head-to-head series 7-5. Their most recent meeting was in May at the 2026 Italian Open, where Swiatek won the clay-court quarterfinal in straight sets (6-1, 6-2).
Location, Date, Time
Location: Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason, Ohio
Date: August 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM ET
How to Watch Pegula vs. Swiatek: TV & Streaming
Viewers can watch Pegula vs. Swiatek live on the Tennis Channel and WTA TV, the semifinal match can be streamed on the Tennis Channel App, Fubo, and YouTube TV.
Pegula vs. Swiatek Cincinnati Semifinal Odds
Match Spread (Games)
Jessica Pegula | +3.5 | +100 |
Iga Swiatek | -3.5 | -138 |
Money Line
Jessica Pegula | +200 |
Iga Swiatek | -250 |
Total Sets
2 Sets | -188 |
3 Sets | +137 |
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All odds written in this article were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.
