Pegula Claims Bad Homburg Title, Swiatek Awaits Next Victory

Jessica Pegula, the top-seeded player, showcased her prowess on grass by effectively countering Iga Swiatek’s signature topspin game. This led to a 6-4, 7-5 triumph on Saturday, securing the Bad Homburg Open title.

Pegula maintained control over her serve throughout the match, conceding only a single breakpoint. This denied Swiatek her first-ever title on grass, occurring just ahead of Wimbledon.

Notably, Swiatek has yet to secure a singles title since her victory at the French Open in 2024.

“I know you say you can’t play on grass but you are very, very good on grass,” Pegula acknowledged Swiatek post-match. “It was a special week.”

Key Moments of the Match
  • Pegula achieved a crucial break at 3-3 in the first set, propelling her to a 5-3 lead.
  • The world number three, aiming for her third title in 2025 and her first since April, clinched the first set after Swiatek’s forehand went long.
  • Swiatek displayed resilience in the second set, coming close to a break but ultimately unable to convert.
  • Pegula seized a breakpoint opportunity at 5-5 and capitalized with a forehand.

Pegula’s victory marks her second career title on grass, following her win in Berlin last year.

Despite shedding tears during the trophy ceremony, Swiatek’s journey to her first final on this surface was a positive step.

“You have an amazing game and you showed it throughout the tournament,” Swiatek complimented Pegula. “Hopefully we will have many more finals together.”

“I feel it is going a good way and thank you for the opportunity to play here. This tournament shows there is hope for me on grass,” Swiatek added.