Aryna Sabalenka captured the attention of fans as soon as she entered the court for her title match at the 2024 US Open. The Belarusian beauty has been determined enough to make things work this time, powered by the taste of defeat that she had to experience last year against Coco Gauff. However, it isn’t just her who is ready to give all of her for the ongoing showdown. Her coaching team, which always gives vibes of being more than just professional associates but friends, was also seen giving out catchy gestures.

Sabalenka never forgets to credit her coaches whenever she lifts a trophy. Their hard work, dedication, and the line of comfort for the world no.2 is more than what athletes regularly possess. Among the ones who stand beside her, Jason Stacy has always been a strong supporter and the man who makes it to the headlines alongside the champion.

As soon as the cameras turned toward Sabalenka’s box, spectators were surprised to see an amazing gesture from the bald-headed fitness coach. He had a colorful and fierce tattoo of a tiger on his forehead, a symbol that had no chance of failing to motivate the Belarusian tennis star.

The significance of “The Tiger” as a symbol has consistently experienced growth alongside her position in the world rankings. While it was just a point of motivation for the Belarusian star, even she couldn’t track when it became her nickname that the fans started using during cheers and discussions. Soon after that, a tattoo of it was reflected on her left arm, which made it clear that it is just more than a thought but something that walks with her.

“It’s special as sometimes I need to remind myself that I am the tigress and I need to fight till the end. I just put it on my arm to make sure I can see it every time and be on fire,” she explained, after making the symbol an inseparable part of her life. As her coach appeared with the same symbol on him, it acted as a gesture of immense support and dedication for her hustle.

Aryna Sabalenka embraces an adorable moment with her coaching team

The showdown between Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula ended up giving the US Open title to the Belarusian. As soon as she earned the winning point, the Tiger couldn’t stop herself from running towards her team.

Paving her way through several rows of seats among the stands, she embraced each one of them with compassion, especially giving some extra time to her boyfriend Georgios Frangulis who also took a crazy jump off his seat as soon as she gained the win.

“Without them I wouldn’t be me. And as I always say, you guys wouldn’t exist either. So you’re welcome!” Sabalenka said, fondly looking at her team. However, despite the humor, Sabalenka still appeared thankful for the massive support that her team extended. While it was her holding the US Open trophy high, the hustle wasn’t just her own but of the team that worked alongside the 26-year-old with one mutual goal.