Aryna Sabalenka wins US Open beating Jessica Pegula 7-5 7-5

Al Cameron September 7, 2024

Aryna Sabalenka triumphed over Jessica Pegula to win her first US Open singles title, securing a 7-5, 7-5 victory in New York. This win marks her third Grand Slam title, following two Australian Open victories. Sabalenka, the No. 2 seed, showcased resilience, maintaining composure even as Pegula, competing in her first Grand Slam final, fought back in both sets.

In the first set, Sabalenka led 5-2, but Pegula managed to level at 5-all before Sabalenka clinched the set. The second set mirrored the first in its intensity, with Pegula taking a 5-3 lead after Sabalenka initially went up 3-0. However, Sabalenka staged a remarkable comeback, winning the final four games to seal her victory.

Sabalenka’s triumph comes a year after her heartbreaking loss in the 2023 US Open final. She has since worked on better managing her emotions during key moments, a strategy that paid off in this match?(

This victory cements Sabalenka as one of the top players in women’s tennis, having reached at least the semi-finals in seven of the last eight Grand Slams. Although Iga ?wi?tek maintains the No. 1 spot in the WTA rankings, Sabalenka’s consistency in major tournaments makes her one of the most formidable competitors?.