After Jessica Pegula’s French Open Upset: What You Didn’t Know About the Tennis Star

World No. 3 Jessica Pegula, a two-time Olympian and one of the top American players in tennis, faced a surprising early exit at the 2025 French Open after losing to French world No. 361 Loïs Boisson. The upset shocked fans and even Boisson herself, marking one of the tournament’s most unexpected moments so far.

While the loss was unexpected, Pegula’s career speaks for itself. The 31-year-old has secured eight singles titles and seven doubles titles on the WTA Tour, including three WTA 1000 singles titles and two in doubles. Known for her consistency and power on the court, Pegula remains one of the most respected and formidable players on tour.

This match is likely just a small hiccup in an otherwise impressive career. As fans wait to see what’s next for Pegula, L’OFFICIEL rounds up a few lesser-known facts about the tennis star that prove she’s just as compelling off the court as she is on it.

Her Family Is Deeply Rooted in Sports

Jessica Pegula is the daughter of Terrence and Kim Pegula, who own the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres. Her mother, Kim, serves as president of both organizations. Jessica has five siblings: brothers Michael and Matthew, and sisters Laura and Kelly.

She Picked up a Racket at Age Seven

Pegula was introduced to tennis by her family when she was seven years old. Her favorite shot is the backhand down the line, and she cites the US Open as her favorite tournament.

Martina Hingis Was Her Tennis Idol

Growing up, Pegula looked up to tennis legend Martina Hingis, former Swiss professional tennis player who held the world No. 1 ranking in singles for 209 weeks and in doubles for 90 weeks. 

She’s a Two-Time Olympian

Pegula represented Team USA in two Olympic Games. She competed in Tokyo 2020, placing 5th in women’s doubles and 33rd in singles. In Paris 2024, she placed 9th in doubles and 17th in singles.

She’s Also an Entrepreneur

Off the court, Pegula runs her own skincare line called Ready 24. She and her sister Kelly also co-own a health-focused café, The Healthy Scratch, based in Buffalo.

She’s Married to Taylor Gahagen

Pegula is married to Taylor Gahagen, who works within the Pegulas’ sports management team. Together, they run a charity. The couple founded A Lending Paw, a nonprofit that connects people with rescued and trained service animals.

Outside of Tennis, She Loves Golf and Design

When she’s not competing, Pegula enjoys playing golf, keeping up with other sports, and working on design projects. Her nickname, both on and off the court, is "JP."