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“Craziest thing ever” – Jessica Pegula publicly calls out United Airlines after nightmare baggage situation on the way to WTA Finals

Jessica Pegula’s build-up to the WTA Finals has gone awry before a ball has been hit, and the problem had nothing to do with her groundstrokes. The World No.

By Urvi Mehra · Sportskeeda

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 7:19 AM

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Jessica Pegula called out United Airlines after her flight was canceled and then departed with her luggage aboard.
Pegula described the travel ordeal on X as the "craziest thing" she had ever seen.
United Airlines responded publicly with an apology and requested her booking confirmation number to provide assistance.

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Jessica Pegula publicly criticized United Airlines on X after experiencing significant travel disruptions on her way to the WTA Finals. The World No. 4 detailed that the airline initially canceled her flight, sent passengers to baggage claim, and subsequently reinstated the flight before taking off with her luggage still aboard.

United Airlines responded with an apology and requested her confirmation details to assist with the situation. Pegula is traveling to compete at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells, California, following a season that featured two Grand Slam semifinals and qualification secured in mid-October.

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