Aryna Sabalenka turned heads at the Cincinnati Open not just for her tennis, but for her unexpected soccer skills during a warm-up session. In an 18-second video shared by the tournament, Sabalenka juggled a soccer ball with impressive control and precision, showcasing her athletic versatility. Her footwork and coordination drew praise from fans and fellow athletes, with many noting her natural ease with the ball.

Competitive spirit on and off the court

Even during the casual warm-up, Sabalenka’s competitive nature was evident. She appeared slightly frustrated when her playing partner couldn’t keep up with the pace of the soccer exchange, a moment that highlighted her intensity and focus. Whether on the tennis court or in a playful kickabout, Sabalenka’s drive to perform at her best remains constant.

Momentum in the tournament

Sabalenka’s soccer moment came amid a strong run at the Cincinnati Open. She defeated Jessica Bouzas Maneiro 6–1, 7–5 in the fourth round, describing the match as a tough battle but expressing relief at winning in straight sets. The victory marked her 50th win of the 2025 WTA season, a milestone she has reached for three consecutive years.

Sabalenka in Cincinnati, ranking, and results in 2025

Ranked no.1, Sabalenka achieved an overall 50-9 match record in 2025. Aryna is participating in Cincinnati where she bested the world no.59 Marketa Vondrousova 7-5 6-1, the world no.39 Emma Raducanu 7-6(3) 4-6 7-6(5) and the world no.42 Jessica Bouzas Maneiro 6-1 7-5.

Aryna Sabalenka will play the world no.10 Elena Rybakina in the quarter. Their current record is 7-4 for Sabalenka.

The Belarussian clinched 3 titles in 2025 in Brisbane, Miami and Madrid. Sabalenka reached the final at the Australian Open, in Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open), in Stuttgart (Porsche Tennis Grand Prix) and at the French Open.

Aryna won 20 titles in her career: 15 on hard courts, 3 on clay courts and 2 on indoor courts. (See the list of her titles)