Pegula shakes off nerves for victory in US opener

Third-ranked Jessica Pegula overcame a nervy slow start to defeat Elena-Gabriela Ruse in straight sets in her opening match at the 2026 US Open on August 30, 2026. Pegula, seeded third in the tournament, managed to settle her nerves and secure the victory in New York. The win advances her into the next round of the US Open.