World · Singapore Bureau
Pegula advances at US Open; faces Kenin in second round
Jessica Pegula overcame opening-round jitters to secure victory at the US Open and will next face Sofia Kenin, who dispatched Venus Williams in straight sets.
LSN Singapore ·
Jessica Pegula steadied her nerves to claim a first-round win at the US Open, setting up a second-round showdown with Sofia Kenin. Pegula's composed performance saw her progress smoothly through the opening stage of the tournament.
Kenin reached the second round with a commanding 6-2, 7-6(6) victory over Venus Williams. The American player dominated the opening set before edging out Williams in a tight tiebreak in the second, demonstrating the form that will test Pegula in their upcoming matchup.
The victory marks another successful campaign at Flushing Meadows for Kenin, who will look to maintain momentum against Pegula. The pairing sets up an intriguing clash between two American competitors vying to advance further in the tournament.