Jessica Pegula: US billionaire's daughter could be America's next grand slam winner

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Many people strive to better themselves in the new year, whether at work, in relationships, or personally. It seems Jessica Pegula has gotten the message.

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With her first win over world No. 1 Iga Wiatek in a United Cup semifinal in Sydney earlier this month, the 28-year-old is off to a good start in 2023.

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Having reached the tournament's quarterfinals the past two years, the American could reach even greater success with the Australian Open underway. 6-0 6-2, Pegula beat Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk in the third round on Friday.

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"Jess certainly has a chance to win her first grand slam," according to Eurosport expert Barbara Schett. She surprised me when she played against Iga Wiatek. In a nutshell, she hit Iga. She can win the Australian Open if she repeats this level."

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Pegula is ranked third in the world. Terry Pegula and Kim Pegula co-own the NFL's Buffalo Bills and the NHL's Buffalo Sabres, her father's sports empire.

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According to Forbes, her father made his fortune in oil and gas through East Resources. Her parents sold company assets in 2010 and bought the Sabres for $189 million in 2014. 

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He juggles tennis commitments to watch Bills games despite being a tennis star.

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