Alex Eala vs. Jessica Pegula DC Open final delayed by rain

Inclement weather in Washington, D.C., has delayed the DC Open final between Alex Eala and Jessica Pegula.

The match was originally scheduled to begin at 12 a.m. (Philippine time) on Monday but got underway only around 3 a.m. after a rain and lightning delay.

Players are on court now 🎾

— Mubadala DC Open (@mubadaladcopen) August 2, 2026

Pegula led 6-4, 2-1 when play was suspended again at around 4 a.m. due to the continuing inclement weather.

Play has been suspended due to rain and will not resume before 5:00pm EST. Pegula leads Eala 6-4 1-2.#MubadalaDCOpen

— Mubadala DC Open (@mubadaladcopen) August 2, 2026

The match is expected to resume at 6:00 a.m. (Philippine time).

Play will not resume before 6:00pm EST. Lightning is in the vicinity and everyone on site should seek shelter immediately.

— Mubadala DC Open (@mubadaladcopen) August 2, 2026

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