Behind every glorious success lies many untold stories of struggle and pain that ignite the hunger for more achievements. The narrative is quite similar for Aryna Sabalenka, who became the talk of the town today. As the WTA star decoded her strategy to win big, the tennis fraternity witnessed the story of a phoenix that rose from its ashes.

Sabalenka won her third Grand Slam at the 2024 US Open today. She defeated Jessica Pegula in straight sets by 7-5, 7-5. While she has two Grand Slam titles in her bag, this victory marks a special moment for the WTA star. She might have started her year with a dashing victory in Melbourne, but personal losses and injuries clouded her form afterwards. As she makes a great comeback by winning the American Slam, Sabalenka decodes the secret of her transition to success.

In an interview with Darren Cahill, this Belarusian WTA star said, “I figured out how to control my emotions,“ when asked about what changed between her Grand Slam win and her struggling days. “I think mentally I became really strong. I’ve been through a lot on and off the court,“ she said. Sabalenka lost her father, Sergiy, who introduced her to the sport when she was six, to meningitis in 2019. 

“Even when things aren’t going my way I just keep reminding myself ‘Come on Aryna. You’ve been through a lot. It’s just a tennis match. You can handle these emotions. You just have to focus on the things you have to do to win. Slowly, things will get better for you,’“ Sabalenka said further. This WTA star has seen many losses in her life.

During her Miami Open run, Sabelenka met a tragic incident after her ex-boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov passed away in the same city. Despite her intense emotional turmoil, she chose to play in the tournament and lost to Anhelina Kalinina in the Round of 32. Sabalenka faced a shoulder injury that forced her out of the Wimbledon. 

While Sabalenka experienced several losses, she converted her pain into her zeal for success. After winning the first US Open title, the Belarusian beauty expressed great joy about her recent feat.

Aryna Sabalenka calls her 2024 US Open victory a “dream”

Sabalenka lifted the US Open trophy proudly over her head today. Amidst heartbreaks and injury setbacks, this victory brought her confidence and a great motivation for the future. “I’m speechless right now because so many times I thought I was so close to getting a US Open title. It’s always been a dream of mine, and finally, I got this beautiful trophy and it means a lot,“ she said.

This Belarusian seemed super happy about her recent achievement. Despite making it big, she thanked her team for their unconditional support in her career. Aryna Sabalenka becomes a source of inspiration for the young generation with her latest statement.

Instead of giving up, this WTA star fought for what she dreamt of and achieved it with sheer hard work. In a world where many let emotional distress impact their dreams, Sabalenka becomes a symbol of resilience and indomitable spirit that continues to amaze the tennis fraternity.