Jessica Pegula shares humorous observation about Iga Swiatek following absence from clay season

Jessica Pegula returns to action after two months due to a rib injury, jokingly mentioning Iga Swiatek's dominance during her absence.

Jessica Pegula, ranked 5th in the world, recently returned to action in 's-Hertogenbosch after being sidelined for two months due to a rib injury. Pegula humorously remarked that she didn't miss much during the clay season, as Iga Swiatek dominated as expected.

After starting her clay season in Charleston and representing the United States in a Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers tie against Belgium, Pegula suffered a rib injury that kept her out of action until the WTA 250 tournament in 's-Hertogenbosch. During her absence, Swiatek claimed multiple titles, including the French Open.

Pegula began her comeback with a strong win over Aliaksandra Sasnovich in 's-Hertogenbosch, signaling her return to form. Despite missing important tournaments, Pegula made the decision to prioritize her recovery to ensure she was fully prepared for the upcoming grass season and summer hardcourt events.

Reflecting on her return, Pegula expressed confidence in her ability to perform well on grass while acknowledging the competitive landscape that continued to evolve in her absence. Despite feeling some anxiety about missing key events, Pegula remains focused on her long-term goals and is determined to make an impact in the upcoming tournaments.

Looking ahead, Pegula faces Aleksandra Krunic in the 's-Hertogenbosch round-of-16, where she is favored to advance. With her return to competition, Pegula is eager to showcase her skills and make a strong impression as she resumes her professional tennis career.

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