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How did Jessica Pegula perform against Marta Kostyuk at the Madrid Open?

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Jessica Pegula defeated Marta Kostyuk in the Madrid Open round of 32 on April 26, 2026.

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Match DateApril 26, 2026, 9 a.m. ET
RoundRound of 32
Pegula's RankingNo. 5
Kostyuk's RankingNo. 23
Pegula's 2026 Record24-4 with two titles
Betting OddsKostyuk favored at -155, Pegula at +118

Match Context

The match took place on April 26, 2026, in the round of 32 of the Mutua Madrid Open. Jessica Pegula, ranked No. 5 on the WTA tour, faced No. 23-ranked Marta Kostyuk. This was Pegula's second match of the tournament, following her opening victory over Katie Boulter on April 25.

Pre-Match Form

Pegula arrived at Madrid in excellent form, having won back-to-back titles at Charleston and Dubai. She had reached the semifinals or better in seven of her last nine tournaments. With a 24-4 record in 2026, Pegula was the third-best performer of the season behind Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka. Kostyuk held a 12-4 record across six tournaments with one title.

Betting Market Assessment

Pre-match betting odds favored Kostyuk, with sportsbooks giving her -155 odds while Pegula opened at +118 odds, suggesting an upset was considered possible despite Pegula's superior ranking and recent form.

Sources

  1. Can Jessica Pegula channel Charleston momentum on Madrid’s red clay? (tennis.com)
  2. Mutua Madrid Open Betting Odds and Match Previews for April 26, 2026, Women's Singles (sportsbookwire.usatoday.com)