Jessica Pegula shakes off nerves to win her opening match at the US Open vs. Elena-Gabriela Ruse

Third-ranked American tennis player Jessica Pegula overcame a slow start caused by nerves to win her opening match at the US Open in straight sets against Elena-Gabriela Ruse.

The match took place on Sunday at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York, with the 32-year-old opening the tournament on the main court.