Sat Mar 29 20:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Pegula Powers into Miami Open Final, Chasing Historic Victory
**Miami, FL** – Jessica Pegula, daughter of Buffalo Bills owners Terry and Kim Pegula, is one win away from claiming the Miami Open title after a hard-fought victory over Emma Raducanu in the semifinals. The No. 4 ranked player secured a thrilling 6-4, 6-7 (7-3), 6-2 win at Hard Rock Stadium, the home of the Miami Dolphins, continuing a family tradition of success in South Florida.
Pegula, a Boca Raton resident, expressed her delight at playing in front of her home crowd, noting her strong performance in Miami. This is her third consecutive semifinal appearance in the tournament, and she’s aiming for her first Miami Open title. She overcame a tough challenge in the semifinals on Thursday night/Friday morning, defeating Alexandra Eala in a grueling three-set match.
Her victory sets up a rematch of the 2024 US Open final against the world’s No. 1 player, Aryna Sabalenka. A win on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. would mark a significant achievement, making Pegula the oldest player to defeat the top-ranked player in a final since Martina Navratilova’s win in Paris in 1993.
Pegula, who boasts seven career titles, is known for her powerful game and consistent performance. Her run in Miami follows a successful 2023 season where she and Coco Gauff won the Miami Open doubles title, becoming the first all-American pair to do so in 22 years. The Pegula family’s sporting empire extends beyond tennis, with ownership of the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and several other professional sports teams.
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