World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka is making waves in Riyadh ahead of the WTA Finals, but this time it’s off the tennis court. In a playful moment during a casual soccer game, Sabalenka misjudged a kick that accidentally struck a nearby photographer, sending everyone around into fits of laughter.

The Belarusian star quickly ran over to check on the photographer, sharing lighthearted apologies and easing the moment with her infectious smile. Known for her intense game style, Sabalenka’s down-to-earth side was on full display, a refreshing contrast to her on-court power.

This fun-loving moment adds to the excitement building around the Finals, where fans are eager to see how Sabalenka’s relaxed approach might contribute to her fierce competition as she battles to maintain her top-ranking title.

Aryna Sabalenka in 2024

At the moment ranked no.1, the Belarussian played her last match on the 13^th of October when she defeated world no.7 Qinwen Zheng 6-3 5-7 6-3 in the final in Wuhan to win her 17^th career title.

This season Sabalenka has achieved a composed 54-12 match record. Aryna clinched 4 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Wuhan. The Belarussian was the runner-up in Brisbane, Madrid and Rome.

Aryna Sabalenka will fight against the world no.450 Petra Kvitova in the final on Saturday at 6:00 pm on CENTRE COURT. Their current head to head is 3-2 for Kvitova.

Sabalenka clinched 4 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Wuhan. The Belarussian was the runner-up in Brisbane (Brisbane International), in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) and in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia).

Aryna won 17 titles in her career: 13 on hard courts, 2 on clay courts and 2 on indoor courts. (See the list of her titles)

Aryna Sabalenka in 2024

Ranked no.1, Sabalenka played her last match on the 13^th

of October when she defeated world no.7 Qinwen Zheng 6-3 5-7 6-3 in the final in Wuhan to win her 17^th career title.

This year the Belarussian has managed to achieve a compiled 54-12 win-loss record. Aryna conquered 4 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Wuhan. The Belarussian reached the final in Brisbane, Madrid and Rome.

Aryna Sabalenka will square off with the world no.450 Petra Kvitova in the final on Saturday at 6:00 pm on CENTRE COURT. Their actual head to head record is 3-2 for Kvitova.

Aryna clinched 4 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Wuhan. The Belarussian got to the final in Brisbane (Brisbane International), in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) and in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia).

Sabalenka won 17 titles in her career: 13 on hard courts, 2 on clay courts and 2 on indoor courts. (See the list of her titles)