Jessica Pegula recently opened up about the deep significance of her tattoo, stating that it has played a crucial role in uplifting her spirits during her tough moments on tour. The World No. 3 is currently competing at the Bad Homburg Open, where she booked her place in the semifinals following a 6-4, 1-6, 6-3 victory over compatriot Emma Navarro.
Jessica Pegula Explains the Significance of Her Body Tattoo
Speaking after the match, Pegula was asked about her body tattoo and what does it mean to her. Explaining the positive impact it had on her career, she said:
“So i have one that says, ‘I will either find a way or make one.’ I was going to say it means whatever you want it to mean. I think it just means that sometimes when things aren’t going your way whether it’s in life or on the court um you can always find a way.”
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Pegula further explained how she has always incorporated the principle in her own life and professional career.
“I think that’s always been something in my game that I’ve instilled for a while now on tour and it’s something that I was never really good at but now I think I found ways to win and when I’m not feeling well when I’m not playing well,” she said.
“I feel like I win most of my matches when I don’t feel like my game is that great and I think to be one of the the best players in the world and then just through life like there’s a lot of ups and downs so for me it’s if you can’t find a way you can make one either,” she added.
Jessica Pegula will now compete against Linda Noskova in the semifinals of the Bad Homburg Open, with the winner facing either Iga Świątek or Jasmine Paolini in the final of the WTA 500 event.
Jessica Pegula Issues Major Denial to Stay at Wimbledon Hotel
Ahead of the grass-court Major, Jessica Pegula expressed her denial to stay at the Wimbledon hotel. The 31-year-old explained how a good hotel has become sort of a priority now that she has crossed the bar of age 30.
“It’s such a big part of our lives, and as I’ve gotten older, a good hotel has become more of a priority. When you’re 20 and you’re just starting to travel, you’re not complaining that much, you’re more out there grinding and embracing life on tour. Once you hit 30 and kind of need a better pillow, that stuff honestly becomes really important,” she said.
