Sabalenka reveals which tennis legend inspired her in the design of her new 'outfit'
Last night, the new dress that Aryna Sabalenka will wear at the 2026 Australian Open was making rounds on social media, a vibrant model that captivated fans. But who was the Belarusian inspired by to choose that pattern? Where did the idea to bring together those hues in the design come from? This Thursday, after her victory against Sorana Cirstea in Brisbane, she was asked. The answer couldn't be more nostalgic: Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova.
Aryna Sabalenka says Sharapova inspired her 2026 Australian Open kit
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“It was either Serena… or I think it was Maria’s collection that was a light peach dress. I told Nike I want to bring those colors back & they did it. Now it’s my favorite dress” ❤️
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