‘Little Behind the Times’ – Sheepish Over Absentmindedness, Jessica Pegula Jokes With Jennifer Brady to Ease Her Out After a Redeeming Comeback at Canadian Open

Jennifer Brady had to go on an unfortunate hiatus 2 years ago after she suffered a grave injury. Thankfully, the American player recovered and returned to the WTA Tour in July after Wimbledon. Playing her first Masters tournament after her return, Brady was able to find some level of redemption as she won her first match against Jelena Ostapenko. However, she was still a little rusty as she forgot to shake hands with the umpire. Embarrassed at the act, she expressed her apologies in the comment section, which saw a heartwarming reply from Jessica Pegula.

Brady had an unfortunate exit from the Western & Southern Open in 2021. While she led a great match, a freak accident took her out of the tournament. She later announced her hiatus and was absent from the court for two years. Although the comeback took a long time, the return was satisfying for the player and her fans. 

Jessica Pegula consoles Jennifer Brady over innocent mistake

Brady returned recently after a proper recovery. She managed to secure a spot in the Canadian Masters and played against none other than the former French Open champion Ostapenko in her opening bout. Not willing to let redemption get away from her, Brady secured a victory. She won even after suffering a bagel in the second set. Her victory took over her mind, and Brady forgot to shake the hands of the umpire. 

She took notice of it on her X page and apologized for it, saying she’s shaking off some rust. However, Jessica Pegula came to quash her guilt as she wrote, “it’s ok last time we played was Covid so you’re just a little behind the times 😂“. Pegula referred to 2021 when Brady was forced to retire during the peak of Covid-19.

Brady forgot some post-match obligations after celebrating her blazing comeback. Given the state of her hiatus two years ago, she has all the right to enjoy the victory.

Brady’s tragic injury

In 2021, Jennifer Brady announced an indefinite hiatus due to a horrifying injury. The American player was playing against Jelena Ostapenko in the Western & Southern Open and led the match 7-6, 4-5. As the 10th game commenced, Brady had to retire due to a fracture in the right knee and a tear in her left foot. The horrific injury kept her out of action for two years and put her career in doubt. 

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Thankfully, the player managed to recover with no underlying issues. She returned to the tour in the ITF Canada in July and then in the Citi Open. Playing in the Canadian Open through protected rankings, Brady has found her redemption after two long years away from the court. Will she make an impact in the upcoming US Open?

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