World number one Aryna Sabalenka was defeated by Jessica Pegula in the Berlin semi-final, ending her run in the tournament. Pegula secured a 6-4, 6-7 (4), 6-0 victory after a hard-fought match. Sabalenka appeared to struggle with consistency from the beginning, impacting her performance throughout the contest. The decisive third set saw Pegula dominate, winning 6-0 after a closely contested tie-break in the second. This win propels Pegula into the final, while Sabalenka faces questions about her form heading into the French Open. The match highlighted Pegula’s resilience and ability to capitalize on her opponent’s vulnerabilities.