Jessica Pegula aims for first Grand Slam win at U.S. Open

Jessica Pegula, currently ranked No. 3 in the world, is focusing on her goal to win her first Grand Slam title at the 2026 U.S. Open, which she describes as her favorite tournament. Ahead of the major event, Pegula shared insights about visualizing her potential victory and embracing the challenges of the sport. She reached her first Grand Slam final in 2024 but lost to Aryna Sabalenka. Pegula highlighted her mindset shift towards celebrating small victories rather than fixating solely on big goals, crediting this approach for her improved performance and enjoyment of tennis. She competes next at the Cincinnati Open before the U.S. Open begins.

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