Home

Tennis

‘It’s Heartbreaking’ – Caroline Wozniacki Extends Support to Grieving Aryna Sabalenka Following Boyfriend’s Demise

Published 03/19/2024, 10:48 PM EDT

Follow Us

via Reuters

Danish WTA pro, Caroline Wozniacki won her fans’ hearts with a heartwarming message for Aryna Sabalenka. Sabalenka is going through a dark phase of her life as her boyfriend passed away yesterday in Miami. Sabalenka’s first match at the ongoing Miami Open tournament is scheduled this Friday and the Australian Open winner has decided to move forward with her participation. At this pivotal moment, Wozniacki supports Sabalenka so that the Belarusian tennis star feels a tad bit better on the court.

Aryna Sabalenka has not talked to any press or dropped any official statements about Konstantin Koltsov‘s death. Wozniacki’s gesture for Sabalenka showcases the beautiful professional bonding among WTA players.

‘I’m also tearing up’ – Caroline Wozniacki shows her support for Aryna Sabalenka

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

After winning her first match at the ongoing Miami Open, Wozniacki sat for a press conference, where she was asked about how as a senior WTA player she would offer her support or help Sabalenka in this challenging situation. In her response, Wozniacki said, “I can’t even imagine what she’s going through right now. I’m saying that. I’m also tearing up. It’s such a terrible situation. It’s so hard. I reached out to her and I told her that I was here if she needed anything.” 

Trending

Get instantly notified of the hottest Tennis stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Wozniacki further spoke about her admiration for the Australian Open 2024 winner as she said, “I love Aryna. I think she’s such a great person. She’s always so happy and out there. To see her go through that, it’s heartbreaking. I can’t even imagine what she’s going through right now. Everyone grieves in a different way. She was walking past today. I was giving her her space.”

This WTA pro added that she will be there for the Belarusian tennis player. She ended her answer by saying. ” I let her know that if she ever needs anything, I’m here, we’re here for her.” Interestingly, Aryna Sabalenka also showcased her admiration for Wozniacki as the latter perfectly balanced her tennis ambitions along with motherhood.

Caroline Wozniacki’s return to professional tennis received special congratulations from Aryna Sabalenka

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

During the US Open last year, the Belarusian tennis star openly said that Caroline Wozniacki has inspired her with her skills in both motherhood and professional tennis. Sabalenka was asked about her feelings hearing Wozniacki’s return, and she said, “Yeah I think that it is amazing.”

Sabalenka added, “That’s just something amazing. She was out for three-and-a-half years, having two kids and came back in tennis and still plays her best. I feel like if you have this level you will never lose it, it feels like when you watch them.” 

Sabalenka also mentioned how Wozniacki inspired her about motherhood– “It gives me so much belief to me if one day I would like to go for a baby. I’ll have some chances to come back. So thank you for that. And yeah, she’s just such an inspiration. I’m really happy for.”

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Caroline Wozniacki’s statement about Aryna Sabalenka represented the veteran WTA star’s caring personality for colleagues.

REPORTS: Devastating News As Aryna Sabalenka’s 42-Year-Old Boyfriend Passes Away in Miami

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

Written by:

Upasana Banerjee

1,245Articles

One take at a time

Upasana Banerjee is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. Specializing in major trends within the tennis world, Upasana's keen eye captures newsworthy moments in the world of sports. Her adept information mining makes her a go-to source for insights into players' lives.
Show More>

Edited by:

Shudh Mukherjee