Pegula and Gauff Set for Historic All-American Cincinnati Final
Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff will compete in the Cincinnati women's final, marking the first all-American final in 56 years.
Cincinnati, OH, August 22, 2026 —
In a significant moment for American tennis, Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff are set to face each other in the Cincinnati women’s singles final. This matchup guarantees an all-American champion and marks the first time since 1967 that two American women have competed for the title in this tournament.
The championship match is scheduled to take place on Sunday. The specific time for the final was not provided in the available information.
Pegula, currently ranked as the world No. 3, reached the final after defeating Maria Sakkari in her semifinal match. Gauff, ranked No. 7, advanced to the final by winning her semifinal against Linda Fruhvirtova.
This historic final is the first all-American championship match at the Cincinnati event since the 1967 tournament. The outcome will mark a notable achievement for either Pegula or Gauff, continuing a strong presence for American players on the international tennis circuit.
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