Aryna Sabalenka appears to have used profanity toward Ukrainian tennis player after her defeat
A video of this moment went viral on social media and Ukrainian media outlets.
Aryna Sabalenka, photo: Robert Prange / Getty Images
In a match at the 2026 WTA Finals, Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenka lost to Ukraine's Elina Svitolina. Sabalenka finished third in her group and leaves the tournament.
In the game broadcast, the Belarusian tennis player can be seen saying something emotionally. Her voice cannot be heard, but judging by her lips, it appears that she hurled obscenities at her Ukrainian opponent. “F*cking Ukrainian bitch, f*ck” — that is allegedly what it sounded like.
A video of this moment circulated across social networks and Ukrainian media. People online are calling on the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) to respond.