Lessons From Jessie Pegula

Key Points

• Incredible Work Ethic from a Young Age:
  Even at 7–8 years old, Jess was training 2–4 hours a day with intense, physically demanding practices that pushed her to tears—but she embraced it.
• Consistency Over Time:
  Her rise didn’t happen overnight—it was the result of 15–25 years of consistent, uncomfortable effort.
• Training Through Discomfort:
  Progress came by pushing beyond comfort daily. That’s what separates elite players from everyone else.
• Physical Preparation:
  At the 2025 Charleston Open (which she won), she was in the best shape of her life—lean, strong, and moving exceptionally well.
• Mental Growth:
  Historically self-critical, she showed major improvement in her mindset—calm, relaxed, and forgiving, which helped her perform at her best.
• Belief & Discipline:
  During tough periods (injuries, ranking dips, serve struggles), she stayed committed, worked hard, and didn’t quit—key reasons she reached No. 2 in the world.