Jessica Pegula showcased her powerful serving and strong defense to secure a dominant 6-3, 6-3 victory over Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in the US Open third round on Saturday. The sixth-seeded American, who had battled injuries earlier in the year, delivered her best performance of the tournament so far on Arthur Ashe Stadium court.
Pegula’s exceptional form was evident in her ability to win a remarkable 89% of her first serve points, unleashing 13 winners and breaking Bouzas Maneiro’s serve on four occasions. She ultimately sealed the match in just 70 minutes, securing the final point with a powerful serve that Bouzas Maneiro couldn’t return.
In contrast, the unseeded Bouzas Maneiro struggled to keep pace with Pegula’s intensity throughout the contest. She was plagued by six double faults and 29 unforced errors, making it difficult to maintain her composure on the court.
With the victory, Pegula advances to the next round where she will face either Diana Shnaider or Sara Errani. Her strong performance at the US Open signifies a promising return to form after her injury setbacks earlier in the season.
