Pegula

2024 - 9 - 4

Jessica Pegula Serves Up a Slice of Upset, Topples Iga Swiatek!

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In an electrifying match at the US Open, Jessica Pegula shocked the world by defeating No. 1 Iga Swiatek, claiming her spot in the semifinals! 🎉🎾

In a jaw-dropping turn of events at the US Open, American tennis sensation Jessica Pegula pulled off a stunning upset by defeating world No. 1 Iga Swiatek. The match took place on Wednesday night, where Pegula showcased her incredible skills, winning in straight sets with a scoreline of 6-2, 6-4. This victory marked a significant milestone for Pegula, as she not only advanced to her first Grand Slam semifinal but also became a household name by toppling the reigning champion. The electric atmosphere in the stadium primed a perfect backdrop for this remarkable encounter, filled with gasps and cheers from the crowd as Pegula’s powerful serves and strategic gameplay rattled Swiatek.

Prior to this unprecedented win, Pegula had faced Swiatek five times and had succumbed to defeat on every occasion. This quarterfinal skirmish was not only a match; it was a showcase of determination, resilience, and a sprinkle of good fortune. Pegula, coming into the match as the No. 6 seed, appeared calm and collected as she dismantled the top-ranked player, demonstrating that hard work and perseverance can indeed pay off. With this win, half of the semifinalist field at the US Open now consists of American players, heightening the excitement and home-turf advantage in the tournament.

Meanwhile, beyond the tennis court, Pegula shares a fascinating background as the daughter of billionaire sports owners, Terry and Kim Pegula, who own the NFL's Buffalo Bills. This family legacy of sports investment has undoubtedly provided Pegula with a unique perspective on competition, but she has proven to be a formidable opponent in her own right. The connection between her upbringing and her current success adds an intriguing layer to her story, as she symbolizes the blend of privilege and passion that drives athletes to greatness.

Looking ahead, Pegula’s next match will see her up against Karolina Muchova, and fans are buzzing with anticipation! This tournament could indeed lead to an all-American final! One quirky fact—Pegula's upbringing has not only set the stage for her athletic achievements but also instilled a love for philanthropy; she is actively involved in charitable endeavors, including her work with the Buffalo Bills Foundation. She stands not only as a champion on the court but as a role model for young athletes everywhere, proving that dreams can become reality!

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Jessica Pegula ousts No. 1 Iga Swiatek to reach US Open semis ... (ESPN)

American Jessica Pegula pulled off a major upset of No. 1 Iga Swiatek at the US Open on Wednesday night to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.

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US Open: Jessica Pegula upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek to reach her first ... (Imperial Valley Press)

Jessica Pegula has pulled off a major upset at the U.S. Open by beating No. 1-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.

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US Open 2024 live updates: Swiatek facing Pegula with Sinner and ... (The New York Times)

Follow the action live as Iga Swiatek takes on Jessica Pegula and Jannik Sinner faces Daniil Medvedev in the remaining quarterfinals tonight.

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Billionaire Daughters Pegula, Navarro Are Into The U.S. Open ... (Forbes)

With her stunning upset of world No. 1 Iga Swiatek Wednesday night in the U.S. Open quarterfinals, No. 6 Jessica Pegula advanced to her first Grand Slam ...

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Meet Jessica Pegula's Parents Terry and Kim Pegula (TownandCountrymag.com)

Terry and Kim Pegula currently own the Buffalo Bills NFL team.

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US Open: Jessica Pegula dominates No. 1 Iga Swiatek, punches ... (Yahoo Sports)

Half of the semifinal field is comprised of U.S. players after Pegula secured the fourth quarterfinal win by an American.

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Jessica Pegula knocks Iga Swiatek out of U.S. Open for first Grand ... (The Athletic)

The world No. 6 had lost six consecutive Grand Slam quarterfinals before defeating the world No. 1 in New York.

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Jessica Pegula takes down No. 1 Iga Swiatek to advance to U.S. ... (New York Post)

It was only fitting for Jessica Pegula to qualify for her maiden grand slam semifinal on home soil.

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Emma Navarro One of Two Billionaire Children in U.S. Open (Sportico.com)

U.S Open quarterfinalists Emma Navarro and Jessica Pegula were both raised by billionaire fathers who also own sports-related properties.

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Pegula topples No.1 Swiatek at US Open to make first Slam semifinal (WTA Tennis)

Jessica Pegula earned her fourth career win over World No.1 Iga Swiatek to advance to her first major semifinal at the US Open. She'll face Karolina Muchova ...

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Swiatek sent crashing out of US Open by Pegula (Bennington Banner)

World number one Iga Swiatek was sent crashing out of the US Open on Wednesday by Jessica Pegula who moved into her first Grand Slam semi-final.

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American Jessica Pegula rips No. 1 Iga Swiatek, advances to US ... (USA TODAY)

Jessica Pegula advances to her first Grand Slam semifinal with a straight sets win over No. 1 Iga Swiatek. She will play Karolina Muchova.

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Jessica Pegula ousts world No. 1 Iga Świątek and breaks through to ... (Crossroads Today)

(CNN) — The top seed in the US Open women's singles draw is out – and an all-American final is possible.

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Swiatek sent crashing out of US Open by Pegula (Livermore Independent)

World number one Iga Swiatek was sent crashing out of the US Open on Wednesday by Jessica Pegula who moved into her first Grand Slam semi-final.

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Injury that 'sucks' helps propel Pegula into US Open semi-final (Bennington Banner)

Jessica Pegula credited her victory over world number one Iga Swiatek at the US Open on Wednesday which propelled her into a maiden Grand Slam semi-final to ...

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Jessica Pegula ousts world No. 1 Iga Świątek and breaks through to ... (CNN)

The top seed in the US Open women's singles draw is out – and an all-American final is possible.

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Swiatek sent crashing out of US Open by Pegula (KTEN)

Sixth-ranked Pegula triumphed 6-2, 6-4 and will face Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic for a place in Saturday's final. If the 30-year-old gets through ...

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Finally! Pegula Tops Swiatek For Grand Slam Breakthrough - Tennis ... (Tennis Now)

Jessica Pegula ended her run of Grand Slam quarterfinal futility with an electrifying win over World No.1 Iga Swiatek on Wednesday at the US Open. New York— ...

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US Open: Jessica Pegula upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek to reach her first ... (Porterville Recorder)

Jessica Pegula has pulled off a major upset at the U.S. Open by beating No. 1-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.

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Pegula stuns Swiatek, Sinner overcomes Medvedev in quarter-finals (Reuters)

Jessica Pegula ousted top seed Iga Swiatek in the quarter-finals to continue the rich vein of American success at the U.S. Open on Wednesday while men's ...

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Finally! Pegula Tops Swiatek For Grand Slam Breakthrough - Tennis ... (Tennis Now)

New York—Jessica Pegula is a Grand Slam semifinalist. Never mind the last three years, which saw the frustration mount and the questions multiply as Pegula ...

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“Finally, finally!”: Jessica Pegula is a Grand Slam semifinalist (Australian Open)

In her seventh Grand Slam quarterfinal, American star Jessica Pegula finally broke through, upsetting world No.1 Iga Swiatek to reach the US Open semis.

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US Open quarterfinals: Pegula stuns Swiatek as Sinner overcomes ... (Aljazeera.com)

Jessica Pegula beat top-ranked Swiatek in straight sets in front of a home crowd to confirm two American semifinalists.

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Jessica Pegula knocks out top-ranked Iga Swiatek to earn spot in ... (West Hawaii Today)

Pegula might've thought she was never going to get into a Grand Slam semifinal, having lost her first six quarterfinal matches, going back to 2021. But she ...

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Pegula one of 4 Americans in U.S. Open semifinals (AsAmNews)

Jessica Pegula Wednesday night advanced to her first semifinals in a grand slam tournament of her career. She dominated number 1 seeded Iga Swiatek 6-2,6-4 ...

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Tennis-Navarro, Pegula carry home hopes in US Open women's ... (WTVB News)

By Karl Plume and Amy Tennery NEW YORK (Reuters) - Emma Navarro takes on Belarusian world number two Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula plays in-form Czech ...

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It's all come together for Karolina Muchova and Jessica Pegula at ... (US Open Tennis Championships)

Karolina Muchova and Jessica Pegula have each overcome their own adversities to reach the women's semifinals of the 2024 US Open.

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Pegula, Navarro eye all-American US Open final (Livermore Independent)

Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro will look to set up an all-American US Open women's final on Thursday after both players overcame serious tests to get to ...

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US Open Women's Semifinal Previews: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Emma ... (Tennis Magazine)

The final four features a Grand Slam champion, a Grand Slam runner-up, and two Slam-seeking Americans.

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