Despite her family’s multi-billion-dollar fortune, Jessica Pegula remains undeterred as she tirelessly battles on the tennis courts. Her lifelong dream to claim the coveted Wimbledon title eclipses all else, to the extent that she would willingly part ways with her parent’s wealth for a chance to lift the prestigious Grand Slam trophy.
Pegula’s unyielding dedication and relentless work ethic have propelled her into the upper echelons of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings, firmly establishing her as one of the Top 5 players in the world. With a remarkable $9,222,538 in prize money already earned throughout her career, the current world No.4’s unwavering ambition burns brighter than ever.
Amidst discussions surrounding her status as the “richest tennis player,” Pegula maintains a grounded outlook. The 29-year-old points out that the wealth attributed to her is not her own and gracefully dismisses its significance, “I don’t really think it matters how much money you have.” Speaking at a press conference held at Wimbledon, she candidly expresses her willingness to forgo her father Terry Pegula’s fortune in exchange for a title at The Championships.
It would be great to win Wimbledon because then I would also have a lot of money from winning…
