Pegula Eyes Grand Slam in U.S. Open Showdown | Pro Tennis News

Jessica Pegula, the world’s No. 3 tennis star, is on a hot streak at the U.S. Open, aiming for her third straight major quarterfinal run—and she’s got a big test ahead against Canada’s Leylah Fernandez. With a commanding 3-1 record against Fernandez—including a recent Miami win—Pegula looks favored to advance, especially as Fernandez hasn’t reached the third round of a Grand Slam since 2022. Pegula’s chasing her first Grand Slam title, but her recent form and strong U.S. Open history make her a serious threat. The match, set for Friday at 11:30 AM ET on ESPN3, could be a pivotal moment in her quest for glory. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/055820af2d9660cb