The United States played brilliantly, securing a place in the semi-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup. However, the biggest credit for this goes toJessica Pegula and Taylor Townsend, as they showed their qualities in the right way.
Kazakhstan proved to be a serious and tough team, considering that Rybakina took the victory over Pegula, although the Americans won the first match.
However, the doubles match was decisive, and Pegula, together with Townsend, was hungry for revenge against the team of Rybakina and Putintseva.
The US duo won the doubles with a score of 6-2, 7-6(1), securinga place in the semi-finals, and will face Great Britain or Japan next.
In an interview with the media, Pegula stressed that she knew doubles was waiting for her, regardless of the outcome of the singles match against Rybakina.
A huge thing for her was that she showed a much higher level of play in doubles, and in partnership with Townsend they managed to win.
The importance of Taylor Townsend
Huge credit for this victory also goes to Townsend, who was just as bright and motivated as their team celebrated reaching the semi-finals.
Having such quality opponents opposite you means that you have to put in your maximum, giving it their all, but it is important to note that they didnt face any major problems in this match, showing unity in the key moments.
