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Pegula, Navarro Rally To Lift United States Into Billie Jean King Cup Final

Two three-set wins send the 18-time champions to a Sunday final against Italy.

Overview

  • Jessica Pegula defeated Katie Boulter 3-6, 6-4, 6-2 to clinch the semifinal and send the United States to its 31st final.
  • Emma Navarro opened with a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 comeback over Sonay Kartal after trailing by a set and a break.
  • Navarro seized a key break in the sixth game of the decider, strung together eight straight points to lead 5-2, and converted her second match point after two hours and 14 minutes.
  • The United States won the tie 2-0, removing any need for a deciding doubles rubber.
  • Great Britain’s bid for a first final in 44 years ended with the loss, setting up an American showdown with Italy for the title.