By In a thrilling encounter at the Credit One Charleston Open, top seed Jessica Pegula fought her way past compatriot Amanda Anisimova in a hard-fought first-round match.
After dropping the first set, Pegula showed resilience and determination to claw her way back, eventually clinching a 3-6 6-4 7-6 (7-3) victory in a tight three-set battle. Despite squandering a lead in the third set, Pegula held her nerve to secure the win on her third match point.
Anisimova proved to be a formidable opponent, saving numerous break points and pushing Pegula to her limits. However, Pegula’s tenacity and ability to control crucial points ultimately proved decisive.
Reflecting on her hard-fought victory, Pegula highlighted her increased activity and pressure on court, emphasizing her ability to find a way to win in challenging situations.
In other matches, third seed Maria Sakkari and Polish player Magda Linette secured victories, while Americans Sloane Stephens, Danielle Collins, and others advanced to the next round with impressive performances.
However, it was Collins who made headlines off the court, announcing that this would be her final season on the WTA Tour due to endometriosis. Despite her health challenges, Collins remains determined to finish her career on a high note, aiming to showcase her best tennis in her remaining matches.
The Charleston Open also saw some upsets, including eighth seed Madison Keys falling to Romanian Jaqueline Cristian in a hard-fought three-set battle.
As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more thrilling matches and intense competition as players vie for glory at the Credit One Charleston Open.
