Pegula and Gauff's chances to qualify for the semifinals of the 2026 WTA Finals

Strong emotions are looming on the day of Thursday, November 12, corresponding to the WTA Finals 2026, as the last day of Group 1 will unfold with much still to be decided. It is already known that Linda Noskova has qualified for the semifinals, as well as the fact that Marta Kostyuk has been mathematically eliminated. However, Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula will squeeze their chances to stay alive in the Masters tournament.

The one in the best position is Jessica Pegula, as she depends on herself to qualify. A victory for the American in her match against Noskova would secure advancement for both, leading many to suggest that the Czech will play this match very relaxed. It can change the scenario of which of the two advances as the group leader and which as the second, but they still will not know the arrangement of the other group and, therefore, their rivals in the semifinals.

Gauff needs to win her match against Kostyuk and for Noskova to defeat Pegula

What Coco Gauff is clear about is that she needs to defeat Kostyuk and hope that Linda Noskova does her a huge favor. If the American beats the Ukrainian, only a victory by this year's Wimbledon champion over Pegula would allow Gauff to advance to the semifinals. The match between Gauff and Kostyuk is expected to be the first of the day, which could lead to Noskova and Pegula playing for the top spot with both already qualified, in case Kostyuk surprises Gauff.

In summary, there is much to resolve on the last day of Group 1 of these exciting WTA Finals 2026.

Thursday’s Group 1 advancement scenarios. Pretty simple: Coco needs a win from both herself and Linda to make the SFs https://t.co/WTjsi4NO6o

— Christian's Court (@christianscourt) November 11, 2026

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