WATCH: Heartwarming scenes as mid-match marriage proposal steals the spotlight during Aryna Sabalenka’s US Open 3R win

August 30, 2025

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During the match between World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Leylah Fernandez at Louis Armstrong Stadium, the spotlight shifted, and all eyes were on a couple. An entirely different scene stole the show as the match hit a pause for a proposal.

During a break in play, the stadium’s big screen cut to the audience, where a man dropped to one knee and proposed to his partner. She had her hands over her mouth while tears started rolling down her cheek before she said, “Yes,” and then went on to kiss her partner.

Even Sabalenka had a smile on her face while watching from a distance. UD Open Tennis shared the moment on their official X account with the caption:

A moment of love at the US Open! Congratulations! 💍 #LoveattheUSOpen

Watch the video below:

As far as the match is concerned, Sabalenka clinched a solid 6-3, 7-6 (2) victory over Fernandez. She avenged her 2021 semi-final upset and pushed herself to a perfect 6-0 record in third-round matches at the US Open.

The defending champion is now one step closer to winning the US Open title back-to-back, a feat last achieved by Serena Williams. Before that, she'll have to overcome the challenge of Cristina Bucsa in the Round of 16.

Aryna Sabalenka's cheeky jibe at her boyfriend: "No pressure"

After the match, Aryna Sabalenka was happy that she witnessed her first proposal during her match, which was a rare sight for her. She chuckled about the unexpected spectacle.

“I think it’s the first time that someone proposed during my match,” Sabalenka said. “It was a very sweet moment, but I was just trying not to start smiling, because it’s very cute and I believe they’re super happy right now.”

“I was just trying to keep focusing on my game, and it was great moment,” Sabalenka said. “And as I said on court, I wish them a happy marriage.”

Sabalenka is also in a relationship with Georgios Frangulis. When asked if she hoped the proposal would inspire her own partner, she playfully looked toward her boyfriend and said:

"I don't want this kind of proposal. But I looked at my boyfriend. Yeah (smiling). No pressure."

Aryna Sabalenka started dating Brazilian entrepreneur Georgios Frangulis in April 2024, following the tragic death of her ex-boyfriend, former NHL player Konstantin Koltsov. He is the founder of Oakberry, a global açaí-focused superfood brand with over 700 locations across 40+ countries. Frangulis is in New York and has been cheering for Sabalenka, who is aiming for her fourth career Grand Slam this year.

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