Forbes 30 Under 30 – Is Jessica Pegula the First American Tennis Player to Make It to the List?

Despite hailing from an affluent family, Jessica Pegula has made a name for herself with her remarkable success on the women’s tour. Being one of the leading figures in the tennis community, the American player has bagged an estimated $6 million in endorsements and appearances. On top of this, the WTA superstar also owns a skincare line called Ready 24. Pegula’s endeavors both on and off the court have earned her a spot on a prestigious list.

The current world No. 5 player has been included in the Forbes 30 Under 30, a list that the renowned magazine releases annually that features 30 prominent figures under the age of 30 in various industries. But now the question arises: Is Pegula the first American WTA player who has made it to the list?

Who has made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list from the American tennis community?

Jessica Pegula, who was once tanked outside the top 50 rankings, is now winning on and off the court. She arguably had the best season, as she marked two triumphs in Montreal and Seoul while also securing three runner-up finishes. Now, the American tennis superstar has been featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list due to her achievements at the age of 29.

Speaking about her remarkable off-court achievement, the current world No. 5 player said, “Athletes are becoming more than one-dimensional, becoming many different things, and showing their interests on and off the field”. Given her recent success, the 29-year-old has undoubtedly taken charge of the American WTA community.

However, Pegula isn’t the first American tennis player to make it to the list issued annually by Forbes. Even her compatriot, Sloane Stephens, was previously included in the 2018 Forbes 30 Under 30 edition. The former world No. 3 player made headlines after enjoying a triumphant campaign on her home soil at the 2017 U.S. Open. Stephens, who also won the 2015 Citi Open, has bagged a number of endorsement deals with popular brands like Head, Under Armour, and Precision Nutrition.

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Just like Pegula and Stephens, another WTA player, Madison Keys headlined the Forbes ‘30 Under 30’ sports class in 2019. The 28-year-old won two titles in that season after enjoying triumphant runs in Charleston and Cincinnati. Keys, who is a former US Open finalist, has secured sponsorship deals with brands like Acuvue, Nike, and Wilson.

What do you think of the American WTA superstars who have headlined the esteemed magazine list? Let us know in the comments section.

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