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Jessica Pegula’s Double Game: Chasing Miami Open Glory While Building Her Empire

As Jessica Pegula prepares to contend for the Miami Open title today, fans and followers can appreciate that her story inspires young athletes and budding entrepreneurs alike.

Por: Karla Sofía Espinoza
Jessica Pegula is finalist at the Miami Open 2025, and she will face Aryna Sabalenka / Photo Miami Open
Jessica Pegula is finalist at the Miami Open 2025, and she will face Aryna Sabalenka / Photo Miami Open

Jessica Pegula, the American professional tennis player currently ranked number 4 in the WTA singles, is making waves not only for her remarkable skills on the court but also for her journey.

 

As a finalist at the Miami Open 2025, she will face Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one, today for the winner’s prize of $1,124,380 and a remarkable achievement.

 

Pegula exemplifies the perfect balance of athletic prowess and a deep commitment to personal growth.

Pegula is currently number 4 WTA ranking / Photo @jpegula
Pegula is currently number 4 WTA ranking / Photo @jpegula

Born into a wealthy family, she has proven that hard work, discipline, and passion can pave the way to success beyond mere privilege.

Overcoming Privilege with Tenacity

While Jessica Pegula comes from a family of substantial means—her parents, Terry and Kim Pegula, are billionaires known for owning the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres—her path to success has been shaped by her unwavering determination.

 

Despite the advantages that often accompany wealth, Pegula forged her identity within the competitive landscape of professional tennis by dedicating herself to rigorous training and mental discipline.

Her accomplishments speak volumes; she made her mark by reaching her first major final at the U.S. Open in 2024 and is the only woman in the Open Era to have made the finals at the Canadian Open, Cincinnati Open, and U.S. Open within the same season.

 

As of September 2023, she achieved the impressive feat of being ranked first in the world in doubles, and in October 2022, she climbed to third in singles. Over her career since 2009, Pegula has earned a staggering $17,138,649 in prize money, showcasing her talent and hard work on the tennis circuit.

Pegula often showcases luxury timepieces from De Bethune during matches / Photo via @jpegula
Pegula often showcases luxury timepieces from De Bethune during matches / Photo via @jpegula

Also she is sponsored by Adidas, Dyson James Limited, IBM, Yonex, and KPMG. She is also a partner with Team Ready, a sports nutrition company.

 

What sets Pegula apart is her multifaceted approach to life beyond tennis.

University graduated and entrepreneur

She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2015 with a degree in Communication and runs her own skincare brand, Ready 24. This venture not only highlights her entrepreneurial spirit but aligns with her health-conscious lifestyle.

 

Ready 24 offers cruelty-free, plant-based products designed to meet the needs of active individuals like herself: “I’ve always been active, playing competitive tennis since I was ten, but my skin didn’t always keep up… That’s why I created Ready 24,” she shares on her website.

Philanthropy and Design Passion

In addition to her athletic and entrepreneurial pursuits, Pegula is committed to philanthropy. Alongside her husband, Taylor Gahagen, she co-founded A Lending Paw, a foundation aimed at supporting organizations that rescue and rehabilitate dogs and train them as service animals.

 

This initiative reflects her love for animals and commitment to social causes, further accentuating her impressive character.

 

Outside of her professional endeavors, Pegula enjoys sports, golf, and design, demonstrating a well-rounded personality that resonates with her growing fan base.

She runs her own skincare brand, Ready 24 / Photo via @readytwentyfour
She runs her own skincare brand, Ready 24 / Photo via @readytwentyfour

Fan of De Bethune

Known for her impeccable taste, she often showcases luxury timepieces from De Bethune during matches and press conferences, solidifying her presence both on and off the court.

 

In the last weeks, she has worn the DB28xs Starry Seas and DB28xs Purple Rain models, and DB28xs Purple Rain Titanium 38.7 mm.

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