Following her triumphant win at the Australian Open, Aryna Sabalenka couldn’t resist injecting some humor into her victory speech, playfully teasing her coaching team with tongue-in-cheek remarks.
Sabalenka, who emerged victorious this time after a tough defeat in Brisbane, expressed her gratitude to her team, albeit in a humorous manner. “To my team, wow. I put a bit of pressure on them after the Brisbane final and we did a bit better in this one,” she quipped, acknowledging the turnaround from their previous encounter.
Acknowledging the vital role her team plays in her success, Sabalenka thanked them for their unwavering support. “Thank you so much for being by my side, no matter what. I have forgotten what I wanted to say, but without you, I would not be able to achieve so much in this sport,” she sincerely expressed.
Injecting a dose of humor, Sabalenka lightheartedly remarked, “Without me, you would not be that good as well. Let’s accept that,” eliciting laughter from her team and the audience. Despite the jest, her appreciation for their contributions remained evident.
Sabalenka’s playful banter with her coaching team adds a touch of levity to her remarkable victory, showcasing not only her talent on the court but also her camaraderie with her support system.
Aryna Sabalenka in 2024
Ranked no.2, Sabalenka played her last match on the 27th of January when she beat world no.15 Qinwen Zheng 6-3 6-2 in the final of the Australian Open to win her 14th career title.
Until now, during this year Aryna has a composed 11-1 match record. Sabalenka has won 1 title at the Australian Open. The Belarussian was the runner-up in Brisbane.