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The US Open now has its champion. Aryna Sabalenka managed to shake off last year's disappointment to secure her first title in New York this year. After a dramatic match against Jessica Pegula, the Belarusian now holds the trophy that eluded her a year ago, a well-deserved reward for her perseverance and excellent gameplay. With a score of 7-5 7-5, Aryna claims her third Grand Slam title following her triumph at the beginning of the year in the Australian Open. Aggressiveness, determination, and unwavering belief were key to her success at the New York tournament.

The drama unfolded in the first set of this intense final between two players who showed inconsistency, although the Belarusian remained true to her style throughout – aggressive and seizing every opportunity as if it were her last chance. While Pegula seemed more focused at the beginning, serving flawlessly against an Aryna who struggled with her game, it was Pegula who secured the first break of the match. Pegula paid close attention to pressuring her opponent's second serves and remained fully engaged on the court. However, Aryna started turning the tide, drawing upon her mental strength to level the playing field. She consistently delivered powerful forehand shots and moved confidently at the net, gaining confidence in her overall game. Aggressiveness, speed, winners, and few mistakes characterized the play of the world number 2.

Even when it seemed like Aryna was in control, Jessica did not succumb to her opponent's dominance, fighting on second serves, countering her forehands, and allowing the pressure to get to the Belarusian. The American capitalized on Aryna's rushed errors, preventing the set from concluding right there. With a high percentage of first serves, the support of the crowd, and Aryna's increasing errors, Jessica fully immersed herself in the match to complicate things for Aryna. However, her serve failed her at the worst moment, conceding the set to Aryna on the fifth opportunity.

Pegula Fails to Seal Her Comeback

The tense end of the first set did not end there for the American, who suffered another early break in the second set due to an untimely double fault. She appeared overwhelmed by her opponent's relentless attacks from all angles. Sabalenka began to inflict damage on multiple fronts, and the American needed a quick change in momentum to keep her hopes alive. This shift came as a reinvigorated Pegula initiated a comeback, winning five consecutive games and reaching a point where she served to level the final.

However, Aryna did not allow Pegula to complete her resurgence, maintaining composure, speed, and avoiding hasty decisions as she did in the closing moments. Finding the lines once again, the Belarusian reconnected with herself to achieve her best performance in New York. With her first US Open title and third Grand Slam victory, Aryna completes her cycle this year.

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