US Open 2024: ‘Tigress’ Aryna Sabalenka’s Coach Goes to Extreme Lengths to Bring Her Luck Amid Overwhelming Love For Jessica Pegula
Aryna Sabalenka captured the attention of fans as soon as she entered the court for her title match at the US Open 2024. The Belarusian has been determined enough to make things work this time, powered by the taste of defeat that she had to experience last year against Coco Gauff. However, it isn’t just her who is ready to give all of her for the ongoing showdown. Her coaching team, which always gives vibes of being more than just professional associates but friends, was also seen giving out catchy gestures that created new headlines.
Sabalenka never forgets to credit her coaches whenever she lifts a trophy. Their hard work, dedication, and the line of comfort for the world no.2 is more than what athletes regularly possess. Among the ones who stand beside her, Jason Stacy has always been a strong supporter and the man who makes it to the headlines alongside the champion.
As soon as the cameras turned toward Aryna Sabalenka’s box, the spectators were surprised to see an amazing gesture from the bald-headed fitness coach. He had a colorful and fierce tattoo of a tiger on his forehead, a symbol that had no chance of failing to motivate the Belarusian tennis star.
This is so cool from Jason Stacy, #USOpen #USOpen2024 #Sabalenka pic.twitter.com/1r8lflZsG8
— Tennisfanatic (@Tennisfana83769) September 7, 2024
The significance of “The Tiger” as a symbol has consistently experienced growth alongside her position in the world rankings. While it was just a point of motivation for the Belarusian star, even she couldn’t track when it became her nickname that the fans started using during cheers and discussions. Soon after that, a tattoo of it was reflected on her left arm, which made it clear that it is just more than a thought but something that walks with her.
“It’s special as sometimes I need to remind myself that I am the tigress and I need to fight till the end. I just put it on my arm to make sure I can see it every time and be on fire,” she explained, after making the symbol an inseparable part of her life. As her coach appeared with the same symbol on him, it acted as a gesture of immense support and dedication for her hustle.