Looking to Bounce Back From Her US Open Ordeal, Belarusian Beauty Aryna Sabalenka Shares a Compelling Message as She Puts ‘Ego Aside’ for a Fresh ‘Start’

Belarusian WTA star Aryna Sabalenka had an incredible campaign at the recently concluded US Open. After winning her maiden grand slam title at this year’s Australian Open, Sabalenka was certainly one of the favorites heading into the final major of the season in New York. Her on-court performance didn’t disappoint – she reached the finals of the event, where she squared off against home favorite Coco Gauff at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.

However, with the support of the crowd behind her, Gauff was able to get the better of Sabalenka in a match that was indeed worthy of a final. Days after the heartbreaking loss, the Belarusian is ready to bounce back, as is evident from her recent Instagram activity.

Aryna Sabalenka shares inspiring message as she looks to cope after US Open final loss

The match between Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff for the US Open title was indeed a memorable affair amidst a jam-packed Arthur Ashe Stadium. Despite winning the first set 6-2, Sabalenka was unable to capitalize as 19-year-old Gauff turned the tables to bag the next 2 sets 6-3, 6-2 on her way to the title. After impressive performances throughout the tournament, this loss was indeed a tough pill to swallow for the Belarusian.

The post read, “Your first workout will be bad. Your first podcast will be bad. Your first speech will be bad. Your first video will be bad. Your first anything will be bad. But you can’t make your 100th without making your first. So put your ego aside, and start.”

However, tough losses are part and parcel of sports, and professional athletes have to move on, no matter how hard the defeats may seem. Aryna Sabalenka recently shared a post on her Instagram story that indicates she is ready to bounce back and move ahead. 

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Despite the loss in the finals, Aryna Sabalenka has reasons to celebrate, nonetheless. She reached the number 1 spot in the WTA rankings as a result of her US Open run, thereby fulfilling the wish of her late father.

Sabalenka becomes number 1 for the first time in her career

Aryna Sabalenka’s US Open performance propelled her to the world number 1 spot for the very first time in her career – an achievement that she and her late father had always dreamed of. After becoming the highest-ranked player in the world last week, she shared a heartfelt note for her late father on her Instagram story on the occasion of his 47th birthday. It was the perfect way to pay tribute to her father, who inspired and encouraged her to play the game of tennis at such a level.

Sabalenka dethroned rival Iga Swiatek to attain the pole position in the WTA rankings, who held the coveted spot for a consecutive 75 weeks. Can Sabalenka remain number 1 for as many weeks or more? Tell us what you think in the comments below.WATCH THIS STORY:  The Journey of Roger Federer to the Elite Billionaire’s Club