Aryna Sabalenka, fresh off her stunning US Open victory, took to social media to express her gratitude, posting,
“Can’t believe I did it 🏆. Thank you everyone for your support ❤️.” Her good friend, Paula Badosa, responded with a heartfelt yet humorous message: “Believe it. Crazy achievement! You are such a strong woman! I’m really happy for you! You inspire so many people (also me🥹). Ps: please leave a bit for the rest… (especially me😂). Enjoy it, enjoy it! You deserve it❤️❤️❤️.”
In true Sabalenka fashion, the newly crowned champion replied with a playful, “Thank you so much baby ❤️ ahah I will, but only for you😂.”
This lighthearted exchange showcased the deep camaraderie between the two players, adding a touch of humor to the celebratory moment. Sabalenka’s victory has clearly resonated, not only with fans but also with fellow competitors like Badosa.
Aryna Sabalenka in 2024
Currently the world no.2, Sabalenka played her last match on the 7th of September when she defeated world no.3 Jessica Pegula 7-5 7-5 in the final of the U.S. Open to win her 16th career title.
Currently, during this season the Belarussian has achieved a 46-11 record. The Belarussian conquered 3 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. The Belarussian was the finalist in Brisbane, Madrid and Rome.
Aryna Sabalenka will fight against the world no.443 Petra Kvitova in the final on Saturday at 6:00 pm on CENTRE COURT. The head to head is 3-2
for Kvitova.Sabalenka clinched 3 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Sabalenka was the runner-up in Brisbane (Brisbane International), in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) and in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia).
Sabalenka won 16 titles in her career: 12 on hard courts, 2 on clay courts and 2 on indoor courts. (See the list of her titles)
Paula Badosa in 2024
Ranked no.20, Paula played her last match on the 3rd of September when she capitulated to world no.8 Emma Navarro 6-2 7-5 in the quarter of the U.S. Open (draw).
Presently, during this year the Spaniard has a composed 30-16 match record. Badosa clinched 1 title in Washington.
Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa clashed against each other 7 times. The head to head is 5-2 for Sabalenka. Before, the last time they squared off, Aryna Sabalenka won 7-5 6-1 in the 3rd round in Paris (French Open) on the 1st of June 2024.
You can watch the highlights in the following video.