Western & Southern Open: Pegula Faces Linette
Tennis fans are eagerly anticipating the Western & Southern Open clash between Jessica Pegula and Magda Linette. Scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025, this Round of 32 match promises exciting action on the hard courts of the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio.
Jessica Pegula, currently ranked No. 4 in the world, enters the match as a strong favorite. Her opponent, Magda Linette, ranked No. 40, faces an uphill battle. Pegula has a dominant 3-0 head-to-head record against Linette, winning all previous encounters in straight sets.
Pegula's Form and Recent Performance
Pegula is looking to regain her top form after an early exit at Wimbledon and a somewhat shaky start to the North American swing. Despite this, her overall record on hard courts this year is impressive, with 21 wins and 8 losses, including one tournament title. Her second-round victory over Kimberly Birrell demonstrated her current strength and consistency.
Linette's Challenges and Opportunities
Linette has had a mixed season, with a 19-19 record. While she has shown flashes of brilliance, including a quarterfinal appearance in Miami, she has also struggled with early-round exits. This match against Pegula presents a significant challenge, but also an opportunity to score a major upset.
Key Stats and Betting Odds
Pegula's superior performance on hard courts is reflected in the betting odds, with Pegula at -549 and Linette at +375. Pegula boasts a 74.8% winning percentage in service games and a 38.1% in return games on hard courts this year, while Linette stands at 66.9% and 32.3% respectively.
How to Watch
The match is scheduled to begin around 7:00 PM Eastern on Center Court. Viewers can catch the action live on the Tennis Channel and its streaming platform, T2 Channel, available on Amazon Prime Video. Live streaming options are also available through the Tennis Channel app and website.
- Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM Eastern (Expected)
- Venue: Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason, Ohio
- Court: Center Court
- TV: Tennis Channel
- Streaming: Tennis Channel app and website