The second of the women’s Australian Open semi-finals features USA’s Jessica Pegula taking on Elena Rybakina to see who will meet Aryna Sabalenka in the final.
Rybakina is a Wimbledon 2022 champion and 2023 Australian Open finalist, who will enter the contest as favourite.
However, Pegula has been on fire at Melbourne Park and has reached a hardcourt major final before – at US Open 2024.
With the H2H between both players split at 3-3, it’s expected to be a tough, tight contest at Rod Laver Arena.
The Sporting News is following the Jessica Pegula vs. Elena Rybakina match live, providing score updates and commentary as it happens.
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Jessica Pegula vs. Elena Rybakina live score – Australian Open semi-final
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| Set 1 | Set 2 | |
| [6] Jessica Pegula (USA) | 0 | |
| [5] Elena Rybakina (KAZ)* | 0 |
Jessica Pegula vs. Elena Rybakina updates, highlights and commentary
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MATCH START – RYBAKINA TO SERVE
9:17 PM: Both players are on court and are about to start their warm-up.
9:16 PM: Rybakina and Pegula are making their way to Rod Laver Arena via the player tunnels.
9:15 PM: Sabalenka has cleared the court and now we are preparing for the Pegula-Rybakina match.
9:00 PM (local time): Sabalenka has just defeated Svitolina in straight sets. Pegula and Rybakina up next.
How to watch the Australian Open: TV channel, free-to-air guide in Australia
The Nine Network is the free-to-air home of the Australian Open in 2026.
All key matches will be broadcast free on TV across the Channel 9 and 9Gem channels.
Broadcast schedules will be determined on a daily basis but matches involving Australians and other notable players will typically receive free-to-air priority.
Channel 9 will serve as the main broadcast channel with 9Gem also providing day-long coverage.
Australian Open live stream: How to watch online in Australia
Aussie fans can stream this year’s Australian Open on subscription service Stan Sport.
In 2026 every match will be streamed live and on demand in 4K, making it the perfect choice for dedicated tennis fans who want uninterrupted coverage.
Stan Sport will also feature tournament shoulder programming including the magazine-style show Grand Slam Daily streaming every morning.
