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Emma Navarro's press conference following her loss to Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals of the 2024 US Open.nnQuestion :nEmma, if you would, your thoughts on the match.nnEmma Navarro :nYeah, it was a really amazing experience being out there on Ash playing an opponent like her. Obviously, it's disappointing to not be able to get the win today, and it looked like, you know, I kind of got my teeth into it there at the end of the second set, and I felt like, you know, I could definitely push it to a third. I wasn't able to do so, but, you know, it was an incredible experience, an amazing atmosphere, and, you know, she played really good when it came down to the wire, and, you know, I didn't play as well.nSo, yeah, I hope to be back for sure.nnQuestion :nEmma, always tough to lose, but I imagine you're walking away from here with a ton of positives, top ten player, and I would say this tournament really probably gives you a whole new lease on life.nnNavarro :nYeah, you know, it's crazy to have come into this tournament a week and a half, almost two weeks ago, and, you know, I was kind of joking a little bit with my team, but a little bit serious as well that, you know, I was looking to win one match at the U.S. Open, and now to be leaving, having made a run, gotten to the semifinals, and now I'm a top ten player, it's pretty crazy, and I think it's a testament to a lot of hard work. So definitely leaving with a lot of positives.nnQuestion :nHey, Emma. What did it feel like walking onto the court tonight? I mean, was it different than the other matches?nDid you feel the sort of gravity of the moment? And then what did it feel like sort of going through the match as you sort of get into that first set against your power, and then as you say, get your teeth into it, and you hear the crowd doing what they were doing?nnNavarro :nYeah, for sure, there was a different feeling walking out there tonight as opposed to last few times I played. You know, part of it's it was the semifinals, part of it it's a night match, my first night match on Ash, and I'm playing an opponent like I did play today. There's for sure a different feeling, but it's definitely a feeling that maybe I didn't deal with it 100% the way I wanted to throughout the match, but it's a feeling that I'll definitely be seeking again, and I think it's something that I'll only improve at handling, and, yeah, it was a pretty amazing atmosphere out there.nnQuestion :nPeter, it's Ben D'Orio, New York Daily News. How meaningful was it for you to do it here in New York, you know, where you were born?nnNavarro :nYeah, so special. Playing in front of the American fans, you know, with the American flag next to my name, I have a lot of pride in where I come from, and, you know, being an American is something that's really important to me, and, you know, I got to represent the U.S. in the Olympics earlier this year. It's something that I care a lot about, so to come back and be able to play in the U.S., especially here in New York City, it's pretty incredible, and it's definitely pushed me to sort of look back at, you know, where I started out and where I'm at now, and I feel like it's only going to keep getting better. So, yeah, really special playing here in New York.nnQuestion :nBrian Lewis from the New York Post. What are some of the things that I guess that you can take from this run? And I'm not talking matchups specific to this player or that player, but what are some of the things that you can take from this that you can put to use going forward?nnNavarro :nI think something that, you know, I've been learning more and more is that there's, you know, pillars to my game, and I think in the past some of those pillars have sort of been day-to-day dependent on how I feel with a certain shot or, you know, my confidence level with my game, and I think I'm learning more and more that, you know, those pillars of my game are non-negotiables, and, you know, it's how I play, and it's who I am as a player, and accepting that if I can't execute those parts of my game good enough on a given day, then, you know, I can't win that day, but not, you know, sacrificing who I am as a player, and I think in the long run that will give me the best chance, you know, to win matches and have the best results. So maybe long story short, just getting more comfortable and confident in who I am as a player.nnQuestion :nYou said earlier in the tournament that you had the belief you could win the tournament. How did that fuel maybe your comeback in this particular match, and what was it like to develop that feeling during this tournament?nnNavarro :nYeah, pretty crazy. You know, kind of talking about winning a Grand Slam, it's, you know, something that even just a few months ago I, you know, was not even really on my radar, so to now be in a position where, you know, I'm thinking about and working towards winning Grand Slams is exciting and it's motivating, and, yeah, for sure, you know, I wasn't ready for the match to be over there at 5-3. I really wanted to stick in there and keep playing, and, you know, the crowd got into it, which was awesome there at the second set.nYeah, it was maybe a little bit of a learning curve out there, you know, feeling like, okay, I can win this, like I'm in this, and I'm obviously playing a great opponent, but, you know, I can push back against her serve, and, you know, I can be – I can, you know, get ahead in points and play the aggressive game. So, yeah, definitely a bit of a learning curve out there.nnQuestion :nEmma, you're a very rational person, very logical and composed.nSo how do you manage your emotions when you go through even a late stage of a tournament like this when things have got to be going kind of crazy in your head?nnNavarro :nYeah, a little bit. I try to just be super present and, you know, I know who I am as a person and I'm getting more comfortable and confident with who I am as a player. And I have a lot of trust and belief in the team that I have around me.nAnd, you know, my family is incredibly supportive, and they're always in my corner no matter what. And, you know, to them I'm a daughter and a sister before I am a tennis player. So I think it's really important for me to have those people around me that keep me grounded, especially, you know, when things can feel hectic or overwhelming or just out of my control.nSo, yeah, I just put a lot of trust and belief, I guess, in the people around me.nnQuestion :nDiane De Costanza from the USTA. I was wondering about Irina's forehand speed.nIt was clocking in, averaging really high. Had you played against her with that kind of pace against her shot? Did it feel different tonight than it did when you two were matched up previously?nnNavarro :nI don't think so. It didn't really feel different, I would say. I don't know the miles per hour comparison, but, yeah, I think the last times I played her it felt like it was coming pretty big over the net.nTowards my side of the court. So, yeah, not really different, but it's obviously a huge weapon and definitely felt that at times today.

Jessica Pegula's on-court interview following her win against Karolina Muchova in the semifinals of the 2024 US Open.nnSpeaker:nWell Jessica Pegula, through to your first ever major final. I got so many questions. What were you thinking?nnA set, two love, break point down, you hit that absolutely amazing slice forehand and she missed that volley. What went through your mind after that point?nnPegula :nI was thinking, alright that was kind of lucky, like try, like you're still in this. And it comes down to really small moments that flip momentum and she, I came out flat but she was playing unbelievable. I mean she made me look like a beginner.nnI was like about to like burst into tears because it was embarrassing. Like she was destroying me and I was able to just hold into that game and I was able to find a way, find some adrenaline, find my legs and then at the end of the second set into the third set I started to play like how I wanted to play and it just, I yeah, it took a while but I don't know how I turned that around honestly.nnSpeaker :nWe saw you after the second set when she went off the court. You went over to the boys from the Bahamas over there, your coaching crew. What did they tell you in that time that you went over there?nnPegula :nYeah they were telling me to mix up the serve a little bit, keep mixing up the spins and keeping her guessing, a few kicks out wide maybe to her backhand and to just play her backhand maybe a little bit more. You know she was getting that backhand down the line really well just to cover that a little bit more. It was just a few other things.nnI mean it wasn't anything different. I started to kind of do it at the end of the second but I think I was really able to hone in on a couple of those things really early and you know also just compete and use my legs and try and think clearly out there.nnSpeaker :nSo your sister's in the box there. Your dad's also here. He doesn't sit in the box.nnHe's some random spot here in the stadium. Oh there he is up on the big screen and your mom is at home. What does it mean to you to have your family all here supporting you and what does that mean for you to be in your first final of a Grand Slam at the US Open?nnPegula :nI mean it's amazing. I have my brother there, my sister there. On the screen was my dad, my brother-in-law, lots of friends, lots of family all scattered around.nnObviously my husband. Oh yeah I forgot about him. He's not even standing up.nnHe doesn't want to be seen. But yeah I have so much family here and they've been here watching a lot of my matches so to still be here and have them still here supporting me is crazy. I'm glad that they're able to share this moment with me.nnSpeaker :nOkay so next we know your next opponent is Irina Sabalenka. Give me your thoughts on playing her and just what this means to you to finally be in a major final.nnPegula :nI mean first of all I'm just happy I was able to turn this match around on such a big stage and figure it out but two yeah playing Irina is gonna be really tough. I mean she yeah she showed how tough she is and why she's probably the favorite to win this tournament. It'll be a rematch of Cincinnati so hopefully I can get some revenge out here but happy to have a day off.nnIt's kind of crazy that we're playing each other again in the finals but I think it just shows how you know how much great tennis we've been playing and she's gonna be obviously tough to beat but you know that's what the finals are for so I'm ready.nnSpeaker :nJessica this is one of the most phenomenal turnarounds in your biggest match of your career. I've said it all week. She takes the subway.nnShe was born in New York through to her first major final Jessica Pegula.

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Jessica Pegula's press conference following her loss against Aryna Sabalenka in the Final of the 2024 US Open.nnIn a candid post-match interview, Jessica Pegula reflected on her performance after her tough loss, admitting she was frustrated not to have forced a third set despite playing well at key moments. She credited her opponent for rising to the occasion and expressed some relief at having competed well in a demanding stretch of matches. Pegula acknowledged that while she was currently disappointed, she hoped to look back and appreciate her achievements after decompressing from the intense schedule.nnPegula described the atmosphere of the match, particularly the closed roof that amplified the crowd noise, as an exciting experience. She tried to soak in the moment, enjoying the celebrity-packed audience while staying focused on the match. She also mentioned feeling fresher physically than in previous years, despite the demanding tour schedule, attributing this to her improved fitness and recovery compared to earlier in the season.nnWhen asked about her game, Pegula noted she didn’t feel she was playing significantly better than in previous years but recognized incremental improvements, particularly in her serve and movement. She credited these small adjustments for her consistent performances. Pegula also took pride in having close friends and family present during the tournament, highlighting how their support added to the special experience.nnDespite her current frustration, Pegula emphasized that reaching the finals had been a significant confidence booster, a key milestone in her career progression. She humorously recounted meeting NBA star Steph Curry, a personal highlight for her husband, a devoted Curry fan. Reflecting on her place in the tennis elite, Pegula acknowledged her calm demeanor and self-awareness, traits she believes help her maintain perspective on her career and future.