With Sabalenka's 2-1 victory! WTA Finals update: Complete US elimination, final matchup confirmed

On November 8th Beijing time, the WTA Finals women's singles semifinals wrapped up. Lebakina came from behind to beat Pegula 2-1 in a tough three-set duel, while world No.1 Sabalenka also won a hard-fought 2-1 match against Anisimova. This means the final will be a clash between Lebakina and Sabalenka for the championship. Sadly for the US, all four representatives have been wiped out and will not contend for the title.

Lebakina faced Pegula. Lebakina dominated her group matches with three straight wins, showing excellent form. In the semifinal against American Pegula, despite a tough battle, Lebakina relied on powerful serving to come back from a 0-1 deficit to level the score. In the deciding set, she maintained momentum and played aggressively, closing it out 6-3 to win 2-1 overall and advance to the final. This marks an impressive 10-match winning streak and Lebakina’s first-ever appearance in a final, a major breakthrough. It seems Lebakina has suddenly blossomed, which is understandable given she is a Grand Slam champion!

Sabalenka took on Anisimova. As the world No.1, Sabalenka has had a consistent and impressive season, reaching multiple finals and capturing the US Open title, demonstrating her dominance. At the Finals, Sabalenka was in top form, sweeping her group with three wins. In the semifinal, she faced the rapidly improving American Anisimova. After a fierce first set, Sabalenka broke through to take it 6-3. Anisimova fought back fiercely in the second set, quickly building a lead and winning 6-3 to even the match. In the deciding set, Sabalenka showed superior strength and determination, controlling the game to win 6-3 and the match 2-1, securing her spot in the final with a fourth consecutive win!

Thus, the final lineup for this tournament is set: the four-time winner Lebakina versus the four-time winner Sabalenka. These two will clash fiercely, competing for the $2.54 million champion prize. Who will emerge victorious? Let’s wait and see. Good luck to both!

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