Aryna Sabalenka bests American hope Jessica Pegula for U.S. Open title
Aryna Sabalenka won her third career Grand Slam singles title, defeating American Jessica Pegula in straight sets to capture the U.S. Open championship in New York City on Saturday.
Aryna Sabalenka won her third career Grand Slam singles title, defeating American Jessica Pegula in straight sets (7-5, 7-5) to capture the U.S. Open championship in New York City on Saturday.
The 26-year-old Sabalenka won a trio of major tournaments in the past 20 months, following back-to-back Australian Open titles in 2023 and this year.
Hoisting the Tiffany-designed cup after it was handed to her by fellow champion and legend Billy Jean King, the moment in Flushing brought a joyful end to Sabalenka's tumultuous and emotionally draining 2024 season.
"Finally, I got this beautiful trophy," she said.
A never-give-up attitude got her to the moment, Sabalenka told commentator and announcer Mary Joe Fernández after the match.
Rating: 5