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Following the devastation brought about by Hurricane Helene in certain parts of the United States, tennis star Jessica Pegula has offered to assist people affected by the storm in a small city that has a special meaning to the American.
The storm was the most powerful hurricane ever to strike the Big Bend region of Florida before moving inland and claiming several lives. Numerous fatalities were reported in North and South Carolina, where Helena landed as a tropical storm. At least 30 people have been killed in Buncombe County, home to the mountain city of Asheville where Pegula got married in 2021.
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After news of the devastation came to light, Pegula took to social media to express her sympathy to those affected. The World No.3 offered to help the victims who had been affected by the tropical storm.
“Asheville always holds a special place in my heart because it’s where I got married. I can’t believe the devastation right now. So many people stranded and missing. I hope everyone is staying as safe as they possibly can. What are some ways we can help?” wrote Pegula on social media.
The recent US Open finalist has a net worth of almost $6 billion, as she is set to inherit the enormous wealth from her father, Terry Pegula. The elder Pegula is one of the richest businessmen in the United States, as he and his wife are owners of two sports teams, the Buffalo Bills in the NFL and the Buffalo Sabres in the NHL.
Asheville always holds a special place in my heart because it’s where I got married. I can’t believe the devastation right now. So many people stranded and missing. I hope everyone is staying as safe as they possibly can. What are some ways we can help?!
The water receded at Biltmore Village today revealing the devastation. I have been in this area many times, and today it was not recognizable. Now that the water is gone the rebuilding process can begin #helene #ncwx #asheville
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Laver Cup captain Andre Agassi pays tribute to Rod Laver: “He’s at the pinnacle of the sport”
Wednesday, 02 October 2024 at 01:30
Andre Agassi is preparing to serve as captain of the Laver Cup, replacing John McEnroe, and he praised the legendary Rod Laver, an 11-time major champion and the only player in the Open Era to win the Grand Slam (the four biggest tournaments in the same year).
The legendary Australian lends his name to the tournament that pits Team Europe against Team World, which will hold its 8th edition in San Francisco in 2025, marking a change in captains for the first time in its history. During the first seven editions, captains McEnroe and Bjorn Borg led their teams for the last time in 2024.
Agassi spoke about his new role as captain in the tournament and expressed his admiration for the format: “Watching it over the last few years, it’s hard not to be fascinated by it. I like the idea of a team format where you can bring the best players in the world,” he said.
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The 8-time Grand Slam champion shared his admiration for Rod Laver and the legacy he has maintained 45 years after his retirement. “It certainly pushes him to the pinnacle of the sport. It’s just incredible. When you look at the greatest of all time, what he did was amazing. It’s fitting that an event of this magnitude is named after him,” he said.
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“I think that’s one of the great things about the Laver Cup: going to some of these cities where maybe there’s not always the ability to have a big event or an event at all. San Francisco is a great example; bringing this level of tennis to that city will mean a lot to the community,” Agassi added.
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