After a tough summer on the tennis court, Aryna Sabalenka is taking a well-earned break—and she’s letting her 3.3 million Instagram followers in on it.
The World No. 1 tennis star, known for her power game and commanding presence on the court, has been soaking up the sun and sharing moments of calm before diving back into competition.
From Centre Court Heartbreak to Sunshine Retreat
Sabalenka, 27, had her sights set on a Wimbledon title this year, but things didn’t go according to plan.
In what many considered a shock result, she was defeated in the semi-final by American Amanda Anisimova.
To add salt to the wound, Anisimova was then completely outplayed by Iga Swiatek in the final, losing 6-0, 6-0.
It was Sabalenka’s third semi-final loss at Wimbledon—a pattern she candidly admitted has left her with mixed feelings about the tournament.
“Hate Relationship” with Wimbledon
In a raw post-match comment, Sabalenka didn’t hold back about how she really feels.
“I lost three semis. Three tough ones,” she said.
“Then I was banned from playing, then I was injured… So I have really more of a hate relationship right now with Wimbledon.
But I really hope that one day I will, yeah, turn it around and have a love relationship.”
Despite the emotional rollercoaster, Sabalenka seems determined not to let it drag her down.
Topless Post Turns Heads on Instagram
Shifting from centre court to center of attention online, Sabalenka recently posted a topless selfie on Instagram with the caption “a day spent in the sun.”
The photo featured her long blonde hair draped over her shoulders, light tan lines visible, and a seashell necklace adding to the laid-back vibe.
Her hand rested on her head as she pouted at the camera in a sun-kissed glow.
It wasn’t just one photo either—she also shared a shot of her legs by the pool, some scenic palm trees, and a casual selfie from a car.
It’s clear she’s embracing her downtime to the fullest.
Comfort in Confidence and Style
Sabalenka isn’t shy about expressing herself off the court.
Known for regularly posting bikini snaps during breaks from tournaments, she took it a step further this time by going completely topless—tastefully, of course.
The message seemed clear: she’s reclaiming her peace and confidence after a rough patch.
Making the Most of Summer with Her Partner
In addition to the solo snapshots, Sabalenka has also been enjoying time with her boyfriend, Georgios Frangulis.
Back on July 19, she posted a cozy photo of the two of them captioned, “The sweetest summer.”
A couple of days later, she shared another update, writing that she was “soaking in the last few days of vacation.”
It’s all part of her plan to recharge before the next big challenge.
Eyes on the US Open
While she’s clearly making the most of her break, Sabalenka isn’t stepping away from tennis for long.
With the US Open just around the corner, she’s likely already ramping up for her next chance at Grand Slam glory.
After her Wimbledon disappointment, all eyes will be on how she responds—and if this moment of peace and rest helps fuel a comeback.