JapanAlexandra Eala defeated Naomi Osaka 6-4, 6-2 in the semifinals of the WTA and ATP Washington Open, securing her spot in the women's final where she will face Jessica Pegula. This marks Eala's second career WTA final and her first major victory over a top-tier player like Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion. Eala expressed pride in her performance and acknowledged Osaka's influence on her early tennis career. Osaka, aiming for her eighth WTA title, struggled with unforced errors during the match. In the other semifinal, Pegula advanced by defeating Diana Shnaider, setting up a rematch with Eala. The men's final will feature Taylor Fritz against either Alejandro Tabilo or Rafael Jodar.
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