Jessica Pegula discusses her upbringing and personality before US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:46 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Jessica Pegula, prior to the US Open starting on August 30, reflects on her upbringing and its impact on her leadership style. In an interview, she attributes her traits to her mother, Kim Pegula, despite her mother's health challenges since 2022. Pegula is preparing for the tournament after recent runner-up finishes at the Mubadala DC Open and Cincinnati Open. She also mentioned how her laid-back demeanor contrasts with her racing thoughts during matches, as she often talks to herself on the court.
- •Jessica Pegula attributes leadership skills to her mother Kim Pegula.
- •She has a laid-back personality but talks to herself during matches.
- •Pegula recently finished as a runner-up at the Mubadala DC Open and Cincinnati Open.
- •The US Open begins on August 30, 2026.
- 6:46 AMYahoo Sports — ‘We Weren’t Super Emotional’ – Jessica Pegula Details How Her Billionaire Parents Influenced Her Personality
"Jessica Pegula has an inkling as to where her impressive leadership skills may have come from, tracing them back to one of her parents in particular. Her parents, Terry and Kim Pegula, are co-owners of the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres, with a combined net worth of $9.
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