Pegula foils Ruse to reach US Open second round
U.S. Open main draw matches commenced on Sunday at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York. Jasmine Paolini, a 19th seed from Italy, was among the players beginning the opening sets at the stadium. Jessica Pegula, ranked third in the world, kicked off her match against Elena-Gabriela Ruse at Arthur Ashe Stadium at noon.
Daniil Medvedev took the court first on the men's side, playing against Hugo Gaston. Novak Djokovic, aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title at age 39, started his bid for the record on Sunday night against Mariano Navone. Venus Williams contested the final singles match of the evening, facing fellow American wild card Sophia Kenin. The sisters Serena and Venus were set to compete in doubles together.
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