Beyond the fierce rallies and power-hitting shorts, there lies a case of pure humor and wits at the US Open. In a recent interview, Jelena Ostapenko, who is in a flying run of form at the US Open, revealed some insights about the nature of the players off the courts. When asked about the tour’s most entertaining personalities, Ostapenko’s enigmatic response singled out one name – Ons Jabeur.

The Latvian player who made her way into the round of 16 at the US Open revealed what separates Ons Jabeur from the rest. While Ons also progressed into the round of 16 of the tournament, she has been under the radar following major health concerns.

Ostapenko highlights Ons Jabeur as the funniest player on the tour

In the world of professional tennis, the spotlight often shines on players for their on-court prowess, but what happens when the cameras are off and the athletes let their personalities shine through? Jelena Ostapenko, known for her fiery game on the court, recently unveiled a delightful aspect of fellow player Ons Jabeur – her impeccable sense of humor.

During an engaging interview, Ostapenko was prompted to identify the tour’s most entertaining personalities, and without hesitation, she singled out Ons Jabeur as one of the funniest. Jabeur’s penchant for cracking jokes and keeping the atmosphere light-hearted has undoubtedly made her a favorite amongst her peers.

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“It’s a hard question. I mean, there are a few – how you say – funny girls. I mean, Ons is joking a lot all the time, so she’s a funny girl, too. Yeah, there are a few girls,” said Ostapenko in the conference.

While Jabeur’s tennis skills have earned her recognition on the court, it’s her charismatic and humorous off-court persona that has endeared her to fans and fellow players alike. Ostapenko’s endorsement further solidifies Jabeur’s reputation as the WTA star, who brings laughter and entertainment to the world of professional tennis.

However, at the moment, Ons is not at her absolute best and there are chances that she might even have to withdraw herself from the tournament.

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Ons reveals health issues going into the US Open

After her second win at the US Open, Ons cited some major health problems as her team confirmed that she has been suffering from flu-like symptoms for quite a while. This news comes as a shocker after major players have cited the same concerns going into the tournament.

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Thus, whether Ons’ further participation in the tournament will be revealed in a while, as she will be playing her third-round match shortly. However, Jelena’s revelation gives a pleasant insight into the nature of Ons. Despite her fierce nature on the courts, she is not the same when she is in the locker rooms.