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Tennis – Australian Open – Women’s Singles Final – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 28, 2023 Belarus? Aryna Sabalenka celebrates with the trophy after winning her final match against Kazakhstan?s Elena Rybakina REUTERS/Loren Elliott TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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Tennis – Australian Open – Women’s Singles Final – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 28, 2023 Belarus? Aryna Sabalenka celebrates with the trophy after winning her final match against Kazakhstan?s Elena Rybakina REUTERS/Loren Elliott TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
The Belarusian tennis star, Aryna Sabalenka, won the 2023 Australian Open women’s singles title and subsequently made the headlines with her impressive performance throughout the tournament. However, the talk of the town wasn’t just about her impressive triumph. It was also centered around the unique and flashy pink outfit that she wore to celebrate her win.
The tennis community had mixed reactions to Sabalenka’s shiny pink ensemble. Some fans and players appreciated the young player’s bold fashion choice, while others criticized her for not dressing appropriately for such a big occasion. This disagreement among the tennis community highlights the ongoing debate about the dress code in tennis and the role that personal style plays in the sport.
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Tennis fans share their opinion of Aryna Sabalenka’s fashion choice
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In the past, tennis has been known for its strict dress code, with players expected to wear specific outfits on the court. However, in recent years, the sport has become more relaxed and players have been allowed to wear more vibrant and eye-catching outfits. This change in the dress code has allowed players to showcase themselves on and off the court. Sabalenka’s bright pink outfit was a perfect example of this shift in the sport’s fashion sense.
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Tennis – Australian Open – Women’s Singles Final – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 28, 2023, Belarus’ Aryna Sabalenka with the trophy, reacts during her speech after winning her final match against Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina REUTERS/Carl Recine
Sabalenka designed her outfit to make a statement and stand out from the crowd. She departed from the traditional all-white tennis outfits with her brightly colored dress, a nod to the current trend.
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However, some fans and players were perplexed about Sabalenka’s choice of outfit while others praised her for her bold fashion choice.
A Facebook user shared, “Looks like she watched too much of The Bridgerton series 😉.”
An astonished user commented, ” prom night 😍.”
Some fans called it a celebration of her individuality and a sign of the sport’s changing attitudes towards personal style.
It’s cute
— Eric (@ontologyofsumud) January 29, 2023
Many fans appreciated Sabalenka’s willingness to step outside the box and embrace her individuality.
However, one fan was quick to tweet, “so many of these WTA girls just don’t know how to dress or have s**t stylists.”
so many of these wta girls just don’t know how to dress or have shit stylists 😭
— momo ✧･ﾟ: * ✧ ARYNA GS CHAMPION (@stargirlgaga) January 29, 2023
Below are a few more astonished reactions from Facebook users:
I think it’s nice. It’s FASHUN https://t.co/TN6OxTyJwS
— Guitar Baines (@guitar__baines) January 29, 2023
Awful? It is so campy and suits her so well 😂 https://t.co/OPVjDBwBxQ
— Casey Schnabel (@CaseyTennis) January 29, 2023
That dress and hair ,etc.
Now she needs a glam team— TimeForAChange..Pray for 🇺🇦 (@husbandjlh) January 29, 2023
Some criticized her for not dressing appropriately for such a big occasion.
excuse the awful dress, she's new to this stuff 🤭 pic.twitter.com/ynAdaedBiI
— sad andrey rublev (@bvbgurrrl) January 29, 2023
A fan expressed how her outfit ages her, but the most important part was winning her first title.
Sabalenka’s win was a perfect response to the criticism that has been coming her way for the past few years, particularly about underachieving in major tournaments. She defeated the reigning Wimbledon champion, Elena Rybakina, in a thrilling three-set match. Tennis stars and fans alike celebrated the news on Twitter.
Damn, how she look she 50 but championship GS title is what's important
— Black Pope 👼🏾🙏🏾 (@hollaatyaboyn) January 29, 2023
yes, she will improve 😭😭😭
— LEWIS HAMILTON THE KING (@JankovicWonIW15) January 29, 2023
aged her but she's happy so i love it too 😭
— sad andrey rublev (@bvbgurrrl) January 29, 2023
The criticism of Sabalenka’s outfit raises the question of whether tennis players should have a dress code and what that dress code should be. On one hand, some argue that tennis players should have a dress code to maintain the sport’s professionalism and traditions.
On the other hand, others believe that players should be free to express themselves and showcase their style on and off the court.
What is your opinion? Let us know in the comments.
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