Jessica Pegula reaches US Open fourth round
American tennis player Jessica Pegula has advanced to the fourth round of the US Open after defeating Leylah Fernandez. The article also details her professional career and her family's significant wealth derived from the energy and sports industries.
Why it matters
Pegula's performance highlights her status as a top-tier athlete, while the background on her family's wealth provides context on her unique position in professional sports.
--> In the United States, world No. 3 Jessica Pegula defeated 31st seed Leylah Fernandez and advanced to the fourth round of the US Open. In her next match, the American tennis player is set to face Romanian Sorana Cirstea, who is seeded 16th.
As Fortune reports , 32-year-old Pegula is ranked third in the WTA rankings and continues her bid for her first Grand Slam title. With a successful performance at the tournament, she could also become the first American woman in more than a decade to top the WTA rankings after Serena Williams.
According to the publication, Pegula has earned more than $26 million in prize money from tournament appearances. She also has endorsement deals with IBM, Hyatt and The Farmer’s Dog.
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