US Open: Jessica Pegula All Set For Final Showdown Against Aryna Sabalenka

The highly anticipated Women’s Singles Final at the 2024 US Open is all set to take place on September 8. Currently ranked world no 6, Jessica Pegula is set to face world no 2 Aryna Sabalenka for the women’s singles title at the US Open.

Jessica Pegula Set For Final Showdown Against Aryna Sabalenka

Jessica Pegula in her recent on-court interview, expressed her excitement and acknowledged the challenge in her upcoming match. "It's kind of crazy that we're playing each other again in the finals. Playing Aryna is going to be really tough. I mean, she showed how tough she is and why she's probably the favourite to win this tournament."

Pegula and Sabalenka recently faced each other in the Cincinnati final, where Pegula fell short. But she is eager for a rematch and hopes for a different outcome this time. "It'll be a rematch of Cincinnati, so hopefully I can get some revenge out here. I think it shows how much great court tennis we've been playing, and she's going to be obviously tough to beat, but that's what the finals are for, so I am ready."

Who is Jessica Pegula? Her Rise in Tennis and Family Legacy

Jessica Pegula is one of the top American tennis players and currently ranks as the world’s No. 6 female tennis player. Her journey toward becoming one of the best has been remarkable, but her involvement in the sports world started long before she picked up a tennis racket. 

Pegula comes from a sports-driven family, as her parents, Terry and Kim Pegula, own the Buffalo Bills and the Buffalo Sabres. Despite her family's strong ties to football and hockey, Pegula found her passion on the tennis courts. Born in Buffalo, New York, and raised in Wexford, Pennsylvania, she began playing tennis at just seven years old.

Pegula debuted on the professional tennis stage at the 2011 US Open when she was only 17. While she didn’t advance far in the singles competition, she made it to the third round in doubles with her partner Taylor Townsend.

Since then, Pegula has steadily climbed the rankings, consistently competing in the yearly Grand Slam tournaments since 2019. She reached the quarterfinals in multiple events before making her breakthrough at the 2024 US Open, where she advanced to the semifinals. This marked a significant milestone in her career, solidifying her place among the top players in the world.

Pegula began the 2024 US Open ranked No. 6 and had an impressive run, taking down top players like world No. 1 Iga Swiatek in the quarterfinals. Her determination and skill on the court have earned her recognition as one of the most formidable players in women’s tennis.

Despite her success, Pegula has always credited her family for supporting her career. Her parents, co-owners of two major sports franchises, have always prioritised Jessica’s tennis career. Kim Pegula, Jessica's mother, said in an interview, "We always say she’s our first sports team and our favourite."