World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka brought both athletic and personal sparkle to her second‑round match at the BNP Paribas Open, defeating Japan’s Himeno Sakatsume 6‑4, 6‑2 while wearing her newly announced engagement ring.
The Belarusian star recently became engaged to Brazilian entrepreneur Georgios Frangulis, and the eye‑catching oval‑cut 12‑carat diamond ring was designed with emerald accents, her favourite gemstone. Sabalenka revealed the proposal took her completely by surprise and shared the moment with fans on social media ahead of her Indian Wells appearance.
In her post‑match press conference, Sabalenka said the ring was comfortable and that she had verified it was secure before deciding to wear it in competition. She even joked that the dazzling diamond might distract her opponent.
On court, Sabalenka showed strong form in her first match since finishing runner‑up at the Australian Open. She used her powerful game to seize control early, breaking serve and maintaining momentum throughout the 72‑minute contest.
The world No. 1 has twice reached the Indian Wells final in recent years without capturing the title, and her confident performance here suggests she remains a strong contender.
As Sabalenka continues her campaign in the California desert, the combination of personal joy and professional success has captured attention both on court and off.
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