London, England (WBEN) Jessica Pegula advanced to the second round of Wimbledon with a straight sets victory Tuesday, beating fellow American Ashlyn Krueger 6-2, 6-0 in less than an hour.
Pegula, daughter of Buffalo Bills owners Terry and Kim Pegula, is currently the world's 5th ranked player.
Jessica Pegula in first round action against Ashlyn Krueger of the United States at WimbledonRobert Prange, Getty
She faces Wang Xinyu in the second round on Thursday.
Pegula has yet to reach the semi finals of a Grand Slam tournament.
In addition to singles, Pegula and partner Coco Gauff will compete in doubles at the All England Club.
Pegula was recently named to the U.S. Olympic team for the upcoming Paris Games.
Jessica Pegula against Ashlyn Krueger of the U.S. in the first round on Day Two at WimbledonRob Newell, Getty
