Jessica Pegula vs Hailey Baptiste Head-to-Head Preview Prediction & Betting Odds for WTA Wuhan Open 2025 Round 2
Jessica Pegula Set to Face Hailey Baptiste in a High-Stakes Clash at the WTA Wuhan Open 2025
WTA Wuhan Open 2025: American Stars Clash in Round of 32
World No. 6 Jessica Pegula is poised to showcase her prowess against fellow American Hailey Baptiste at the 2025 WTA Wuhan Open Round of 32 on Tuesday. Fresh off a semi-final appearance in Beijing, Pegula’s encounter with Baptiste promises to be a thrilling battle on the hard courts. The winner will advance to the pre-quarterfinals, facing either Emma Raducanu/Li or Alexandrova/Mboko. Tennis enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly watching to see if Pegula can maintain her consistent form.
Jessica Pegula vs Hailey Baptiste: A Match Preview
Jessica Pegula, renowned for her remarkable ability on both singles and doubles courts, holds a career-high ranking of No. 3 in singles and has claimed the No. 1 spot in doubles. At 31, Pegula has already secured three titles this year at the ATX Open Austin, the Charleston Open, and the Bad Homburg Open. Her impressive run includes finals appearances in Adelaide and Miami, in addition to a close fight against Aryna Sabalenka in the 2025 US Open semi-final. Pegula touts a formidable record with a 76% success rate in service games this year, boasting an overall 46-18 record.
Conversely, Hailey Baptiste, aged 23, ranks among the Top-10 American women players. The World No. 55 achieved her career-best finishes at three Grand Slam events this season. Despite a minor setback after her strong quarterfinal showing in Singapore, Baptiste’s tenacity remains evident in her consistent Round of 16 appearances, including at Roland Garros. With a service game win percentage contributing to a 72% success rate, Baptiste’s game reflects growing confidence.
Head to Head: Pegula and Baptiste
In their head-to-head matchups, Jessica Pegula has a spotless 2-0 record against Hailey Baptiste. This upcoming match will be their first face-off in three years and only their second on a hard court.
| Event | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Washington | Round of 32 | Jessica Pegula | 6-2 6-2 |
| 2021 Berlin | Round of 32 | Jessica Pegula | 6-6 RET. |
Career Comparison: Pegula and Baptiste
| Category | Jessica Pegula | Hailey Baptiste |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ranking | 6 | 55 |
| Career W-L Record | 480-266 | 225-156 |
| YTD W-L Record | 46-18 | 28-22 |
| Career Titles | 9 | 3 |
| YTD Titles | 3 | 0 |
| Grand Slams | 0 | 0 |
WTA Wuhan Open 2025: Expert Prediction
Baptiste’s relaxed style on the court often works to her advantage, though she must focus entirely against Pegula. The sixth seed in Wuhan, Pegula, has shown exceptional skill on hard courts. Her deft cross-court and down-the-line shots, executed with a consistent stance and back lift, make her a formidable opponent. Pegula’s reliance on a 70% first-serve success rate in Beijing could prove advantageous under competitive pressure.
Prediction: Jessica Pegula is expected to win in straight sets.
Betting Odds for Pegula vs Baptiste
As per BetMGM, the betting odds heavily favor Pegula (1/8) against Baptiste (24/5). The implied probabilities suggest a 91% likelihood of Pegula moving on to the next stage of the Wuhan Open 2025. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the betting odds:
- Jessica Pegula Win: 1/8
- Hailey Baptiste Win: 24/5
- Total Games: 19/20
- Baptiste +5.5 (Game Handicap): 17/20
- Pegula -5.5 (Game Handicap): 22/25
- Pegula -1.5 (Set Handicap): 4/9
- Pegula to Win 2-0: 21/50
- Total Sets: 33/100
- Set-1 to Pegula (Yes): 1/5
- Total Games in Set-1: 13/20
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