– A brief moment outside the stadium has sparked major online drama for Jessica Pegula, as a now-viral video shows the tennis star appearing to ignore a group of excited fans calling out for autographs and selfies. The clip, which has racked up millions of views within hours, has ignited a fierce debate across social media platforms.
In the video, Pegula is seen walking briskly past a crowd of fans, some of whom had been waiting for hours, without acknowledging them. While some say she may have been rushing to a scheduled appearance or simply having an off day, others have called her behavior “cold” and “disrespectful.”
“She didn’t even glance at us,” said one disappointed fan who posted the video. “We were cheering for her all day.”
The incident has split the internet, with hashtags like #PegulaSnub and #LetHerBreathe trending simultaneously. Critics argue that, as a public figure, Pegula has a responsibility to show appreciation to her supporters, while defenders say athletes deserve personal space and downtime too.
So far, Pegula has not responded publicly, and her team has declined to comment.
Is this just a misunderstood moment, or a sign that fame may be wearing on tennis’s most private star?
