Sabalenka seals US Open triumph, then enjoys sun-soaked getaway with boyfriend Georgios Frangulis

Aryna Sabalenka sealed her second consecutive US Open title by defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6 to lift the trophy at Flushing Meadows and claim a record prize of $5 million, the largest in the tournament’s history. The world No. 1 weathered a challenging season that included heartbreak in Paris and Melbourne, but she closed out a second straight major in New York to reinforce her hold atop the sport. In the immediate postmatch moments, Sabalenka’s team drenched her with champagne in the locker room and she playfully told reporters, 'Oh girl, we’re gonna drink.'

Sabalenka’s victory sealed her fourth Grand Slam title and underscored a season in which she learned to manage late-stage pressure more calmly. She later used social media to thank supporters who backed her through a trying year, posting that the achievement was personal but also a shared moment with those who helped her stay resilient. 'I’m speechless right now,' she wrote, and noted the lessons of the season that made the win feel extra meaningful. She also lauded Amanda Anisimova for her performance and thanked fans who have stood behind her, calling them a driving force behind her success.

Away from the court, Sabalenka’s celebrations continued with a sun‑drenched getaway alongside Georgios Frangulis, her Brazilian entrepreneur boyfriend. The couple began dating in April 2024, shortly after the passing of Sabalenka’s former coach Konstantin Koltsov, a period she has described as deeply painful but made more bearable by Frangulis’s support. On Monday, Sabalenka posted photographs from a luxury yacht at an undisclosed location, showing the pair soaking up the sun. In one image she smiles in a red-and-white bikini; in another, they share a kiss. The caption read simply a heart emoji, signaling a personal victory as the tennis calendar continues.

Frangulis has appeared in the stands at many of Sabalenka’s matches since they began dating, including during the recent US Open triumph. He has been described publicly as a steadying presence who supported her through personal loss, a note she has repeatedly emphasized when discussing what helped her stay positive amid a demanding schedule. In interviews and on social media, Sabalenka has credited a partner who keeps life balanced with a sense of normalcy and fun, something she said mattered as much as preparation and technique.

The US Open victory came after Sabalenka endured finals disappointments earlier in the season at the French Open and Australian Open. She has said that keeping her emotions in check at crucial moments was a key factor in breaking through in New York. 'There were a few moments when I was this close to just let it go. I was like, C’mon now, you have to stay focused. Keep going, keep trying,' she reflected. The resilience shown throughout the year culminated in a performance she described as a disciplined, patient approach that allowed her to execute the plan when it mattered most, a mindset she hopes to carry forward into future finals.