Though known for her ferocious serve and stoic expression on court, Aryna Sabalenka has revealed more of her vulnerabilities—and they’re surprisingly powerful.
In a rare interview, she shared that early in her career she struggled with anxiety attacks before matches. That she once considered quitting tennis after recurring back injuries. That she cries in hotel rooms late at night, fighting imposter syndrome that clicked in her early teen days.
Yet she rarely lets fans see that side. Now, she’s slowly opening up: about therapy sessions, about mindful routines, yoga hidden from team eyes. About journaling to process pressure.
Fans have responded: “The real champion isn’t invisible emotion—it’s the one who battles herself daily.”
Whether off-court rumors or quiet revelations, Sabalenka is gradually redefining expectation—on her terms, with all her complexity.
