Defending champion and third seed Jessica Pegula is set to face Anastasija Sevastova today in a Round of 32 clash at the 2025 Canadian Open in Montreal. Pegula is pursuing a third consecutive title at the event.
Pegula advanced to this stage with a commanding straight-sets victory over Maria Sakkari. Her 2025 season has been impressive, marked by titles at Charleston and the ATX Open, along with deep runs in other major tournaments. Sevastova earned her spot by defeating 25th-seed Magda Linette 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, and now looks to stage another upset.
Head-to-Head and Matchup Analysis
The two players have split their previous encounters, with their head-to-head record tied at 1-1. Sevastova claimed their only hard-court meeting during Indian Wells qualifying in 2016, while Pegula won their most recent match on clay in Charleston in 2019.
The match presents a classic contrast in styles. Pegula’s game is built on an aggressive baseline attack, defined by heavy groundstrokes and a reliable serve that gives her a distinct advantage on hard courts. Conversely, Sevastova excels at disrupting her opponent’s rhythm through variety, slice, and superior court craft, a strategy that can frustrate power players.
Pegula is favored to win in straight sets, though Sevastova’s tactical game is expected to create competitive exchanges, particularly in the early stages.
Match and Broadcast Details
Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
Expected Start Time: 2:05 PM ET (following the Osaka-Ostapenko match)
Venue: IGA Stadium, Montreal
Court: Centre Court
TV: Tennis Channel
Streaming: A dedicated match feed is available on the Tennis Channel website and app.
