{
  "id": 6250326,
  "title": "Battle of billionaire heirs: How Emma Navarro vs Jessica Pegula is bigger than you think",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/battle-of-billionaire-heirs-how-emma-navarro-vs-jessica-pegula-is",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-08T05:51:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/battle-of-billionaire-heirs-how-emma-navarro-vs-jessica-pegula-is-bigger-than-you-think-1.500666660"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai: The highly anticipated quarterfinal showdown at the 2026 US Open between Emma Navarro and Jessica Pegula is set to captivate tennis fans worldwide. But this is not just any ordinary match; it's a battle between two billionaire heirs. Emma, daughter of businessman Ben Navarro, and Jessica, whose father Terry Pegula has made his fortune in the petroleum industry, are both fighting to keep the US Open in the United States.\n\nEmma's father, Ben Navarro, is a prominent figure in the tennis community. Through his private investment company Beemok Capital, he has invested heavily in various tennis events, spending over $300 million. Despite his attempts to buy the Carolina Panthers NFL team falling through in 2018, Ben's net worth, according to Forbes, is an impressive $3.2 billion.\n\nOn the other side, Jessica Pegula's father, Terry Pegula, has built a sports empire from his beginnings in the petroleum industry. Terry's success led him to purchase the ice-hockey team Buffalo Sabres and outbid other groups, including those led by Donald Trump, to acquire the NFL's Buffalo Bills. With a net worth of $11.8 billion, Terry Pegula is one of the wealthiest individuals in the world.\n\nWhile both women come from affluent backgrounds, their talents on the court are equally impressive. Jessica has secured 7 career titles and was the runner-up at the 2024 US Open. Emma, who has been steadily improving, has won 3 career titles. Pegula's extensive professional experience gives her an edge over her 25-year-old rival.\n\nEmma's detractors point to her four consecutive losses against Jessica, most notably a recent defeat at the Cincinnati Open, an event owned by Ben's father's company. However, Emma remains determined to change the script and secure her first victory over Jessica Pegula.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Emma Navarro will face Jessica Pegula in quarterfinals of the 2026 US Open. However, the game is no usual like any other. While both Americans compete to ensure the US Open remains in the country, the contest also marks the battle of Billionaire heirs. Emma is the daughter of businessman Ben Navarro, a notable name in the tennis community. His private investment company Beemok Capital has…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}