“Jessica Pegula takes the initiative to ask if I want to do some activities together” – Yue Yuan compliments American for her compassion at Korea Open
Yue Yuan, a Chinese player, has commended Jessica Pegula for her compassion during the 2023 Korea Open.
Yuan used a good game plan in Seoul to reach her maiden WTA tour final, the Korea Open, where she faced Pegula. She was defeated by the Americans, 6-2, 6-3.
She turned to social media after the event to reflect on her runner-up campaign.
“First time in the top eight of the WTA, first time in the top four of the WTA.” “It should be remembered that I reached the WTA finals, even though I did not win the championship,” she remarked. (Translated from a Weibo post)
The World No. 128 also revealed how Pegula always treated her with respect.
“Miss Pegula is a lovely lady. When she notices that no one is warming up with me, despite the fact that she can play with the coach, she takes the initiative to ask if I would like to perform some exercises with her. “She’s taken aback when she sees me holding the trophy,” she explained.
“You told me it’s your first final, but I’m sure there will be many more,” Jessica Pegula says to Yue Yuan.
Jessica Pegula and Yue Yuan have faced off twice, with the former winning on both occasions.
They first met in the third round of the US Open, where Pegula won 6-2, 6-7(6), 6-0. Their most recent meeting was in the Korea Open final last weekend, which the American won easily 6-2, 6-3.
Despite the outcome, Yuan had a memorable week in Seoul, as she reached her first WTA quarterfinal, semifinal, and final. She also overcame World No. 29 to earn her second Top 30 victory in as many weeks. Madame Bouzkova in the quarterfinals.
Pegula commended Yuan and indicated that she would play in many more finals in the future during the trophy presentation ceremony following the final.
“Our last game was a battle, and this one is as well.” You’re really talented, and I promise you that your rating will rise. “You mentioned that this is your first final, but I’m sure there will be many more,” she remarked.
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