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Jessica Pegula: Climbing the WTA rankings with 1% improvement
Jan 9, 2022
18th ranked Jessica Pegula discusses her climb in the WTA rankings, the importance of 1% improvement, her basic match tactic, and the role of junior tennis experience. She also shares insights on practice 'tickles' and her dogs' dietary habits.
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- Improved health and fitness have been crucial for Jessica Pegula's jump in rankings, allowing her to play more tournaments and perform at a higher level consistently.
- Hitting hard down the middle with flat shots has become Pegula's main tactic, putting pressure on opponents and maintaining control of points effectively.
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The Importance of Health and Fitness in Improving Ranking
Jessica Boguilla attributes her jump in rankings to her improved health and fitness. Being healthy and staying fit has allowed her to play more tournaments, gain experience, and perform at a higher level week in and week out. By focusing on her physical well-being, she has become mentally tougher and more able to stay in matches and win points using different strategies.
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