Pegula dominates Kenin at US Open

World number three Jessica Pegula advanced to the third round of the U.S. Open on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, with a dominant 6-3, 6-1 victory over fellow American Sofia Kenin. The match, held at the U.S. Open in New York, lasted just 56 minutes. Pegula, the 2024 runner-up at Flushing Meadows, surrendered only seven points on her serve throughout the contest and did not face a single break point. She recorded 18 winners against eight unforced errors, showcasing a strong performance as she seeks her maiden Grand Slam title. Kenin, a former Australian Open champion now ranked 110th, struggled to find her footing in the match. "I was just trying to stay focused on what I needed to do," Pegula said after the match. She also noted the effectiveness of her serve, stating, "I'm going pretty big on second serves, I'm trying to mix up where I'm going and just trust that I can hit good serves in the moment." Pegula added that the work done off the court to improve her serve was paying off. This victory marks Pegula's seventh consecutive appearance in the third round at the U.S. Open. Her win improved her career record against Kenin to 5-2. Pegula is scheduled to face No.