The 2026 US Open is already offering memorable sporting moments, but world number one Aryna Sabalenka is making sure the headlines aren’t limited to just her powerful baseline play.
The Belarusian tennis star recently pulled off one of the most talked-about fashion performances of the tournament by taking to the New York hard courts on her own personal ramp, blending the extremism of high fashion with distinctive sportswear.
World number-1 female tennis player Aryna Sabalenka is once again in the news for her looks as well as her game. Her bold outfit made a lot of headlines at the US Open. Sabalenka, who came on the court in an orange and black netted dress, her sports bra and shorts were clearly visible. Some fans also raised questions on social media regarding this look.
However, this does not matter to 28 year old Belarusian Bala Sabalenka. He responded to the criticism in a very frank manner. At the press conference he said, ‘Who cares what people think? I like it.
Different style in every Grand Slam
Sabalenka told that this year her Nike outfits have been designed by connecting different Grand Slam host cities and the sports there. Inspiration was taken from surfing for the Australian Open, ballet for the French Open and cricket for Wimbledon.
The theme of her dress for the US Open has been basketball. Choosing this theme in New York is also special, because this year the city’s NBA team New York Knicks won the title after 53 years.
Sabalenka said the basketball theme fits perfectly in New York. According to her, this is the specialty of the outfit that she likes the most.
Not just the dress, the jewelery also attracted attention
Sabalenka’s look was made more special by the jewelery from New York’s Material Good. The total value of her jewelery was said to be around 127 carats. Earlier also at the French Open, she was seen wearing a transparent dress and expensive jewellery.
That means Sabalenka’s US Open look was not just an outfit worn on the court, but also a fashion statement to present New York’s sports culture in her own style.
The result on the court was mixed
In mixed doubles, Sabalenka paired with Novak Djokovic, but both had to face defeat in the round of 16. After this, Sabalenka started with victory in women’s singles with her orange outfit.
Along with her fearless style on the court, she also often remains in the headlines for her bold and unique fashion style.
Aryna Sabalenka got engaged to Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis in March 2026. The two have been together since 2024 and Frangulis is often seen supporting him in his matches. Announcing the engagement on social media, Sabalenka wrote, ‘You & me, forever
In April 2026, the tennis star shared a romantic video on social media, in which Frangulis was seen proposing to her while sitting on his knees by the pool. Sabalenka accepted his proposal in this beautiful environment decorated with white rose petals and flowers.
Now her eyes are not just on fashion but on winning the US Open title for the third consecutive time. If she succeeds in doing so, she will become the first female player to win three consecutive US Open titles since Serena Williams from 2012 to 2014.
In such a situation, Sabalenka’s message is clear – no matter how much discussion her fashion on the court garners, her real answer will come with the trophy.