Emma Navarro defeats Jessica Pegula to rise in tennis rankings
tatler.com — December 5, 2024, 12:02 PM UTC
Emma Navarro, a 23-year-old tennis player from New York, recently defeated fellow billionaire heiress Jessica Pegula at the Garden Cup. Navarro's victory marks her rise in the sport, reaching a career-high ranking of 17th. Navarro has had a successful year, defeating notable players like Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka. She has earned over $1 million in 2024 and won her first WTA title at the Hobart International. Her father, Ben Navarro, is a billionaire businessman and owner of the Charleston Open. Emma credits him for instilling a strong work ethic, which has contributed to her impressive performance on the court.