Jessica Pegula advanced to the Round 4 of the US Open after beating Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 7-5 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday. The fifth seed from the US advanced to the fourth round in straight sets, remaining unbeaten in the tournament.
Pegula came out strong, dominating the opening set by breaking Azarenka’s serve twice and dictating the pace with quick rallies that left little room for recovery. Azarenka, hampered by a left-leg issue, struggled to cover the court effectively, which only added to her unforced errors. Pegula capitalized with consistent serving and deep, precise returns, wrapping up the first set in just over 30 minutes.
Victoria Azarenka baby daddy: Who is Billy McKeague?
Victoria Azarenka, the Belarusian tennis star, is not married and has no husband. However, her former partner, Billy McKeague, is the father of her son, Leo Azarenka McKeague, born on December 19, 2016.
Background and Family: Billy McKeague was born in 1989 in St Louis, Missouri, to parents Chase and Lynn McKeague. His father chairs the investment group Chase and Company, while his mother serves as marketing director. He has two siblings, Lisa and Charlie, and grew up in a family with a strong business foundation.
Athletic Career: McKeague pursued ice hockey in his youth, playing at Chaminade College Preparatory School and later at the University of Missouri from 2008 to 2012. Shifting to golf, he worked as a golf pro at North Shore Resorts in Hawaii, where he met Azarenka, blending his athletic past with a new professional path.
Relationship with Azarenka: The couple met in Hawaii around 2015, began dating, and welcomed Leo in 2016. They lived together in Manhattan Beach, California, but split in 2017 shortly after Wimbledon, leading to a contentious custody dispute that Azarenka won in 2018, granting her primary custody.
Custody Battle Impact: The legal fight forced Azarenka to miss key tournaments, including the 2017 US Open, as she refused to leave Leo in California. McKeague’s initial custody filing in Los Angeles was overturned, with the case moved to Belarus, highlighting the personal toll on both their careers.
Current Life: McKeague maintains a low profile, with private social media accounts and no recent public updates on his career.
