Fifth-seeded Jessica Pegula wasted no time on Court 14 at Wimbledon on Tuesday, dispatching fellow American Ashlyn Krueger in a dominant straight-sets victory, 6-2, 6-0. The win strongly started Pegula’s Wimbledon campaign, building on her impressive quarterfinal run at the All England Club last year.

Pegula’s composure was evident from the start, breaking Krueger’s serve in the opening game and racing to a commanding 4-0 lead within a mere 10 minutes. Her aggressive play and experience were clear, while Krueger, a Wimbledon main draw debutante ranked 75th, struggled to find her rhythm.

Despite Krueger’s attempts to utilize her height advantage for some powerful serves, Pegula remained unfazed. The veteran American countered with sharp returns and well-placed groundstrokes, keeping Krueger on the defensive. Krueger did manage to salvage two games in the first set, but Pegula closed it out emphatically with an ace.

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The second set was a showcase of Pegula’s efficiency. She capitalized on Krueger’s growing anxiety, breaking her serve twice in quick succession. The pressure seemed to get to the youngster, who committed a high number of unforced errors (29 in total) throughout the match. Pegula, on the other hand, played with a calm efficiency, showcasing her experience on the big stage.

With Krueger visibly discouraged, Pegula continued to dictate play from the baseline. The American veteran didn’t allow her opponent any easy points, forcing Krueger into numerous backhand errors. Pegula served with authority throughout the encounter, showcasing her all-court game significantly.

The match ended after 49 minutes, with Pegula sealing the win with another ace. The dominant victory was a strong statement from the Americans, putting the rest of the competition on notice. While Krueger will undoubtedly learn from her experience in her first Wimbledon prominent draw appearance, Pegula looked sharp and ready to make another deep run at the tournament.

Pegula’s win sets up an intriguing second-round clash against a qualifier. With a victory there, she could potentially face a seeded player in the third round. As the tournament progresses, Pegula’s experience and composure could prove valuable assets in her quest to reach the latter stages once again.