Aryna Sabalenka ends romantic vacation with boyfriend Georgios, catches up with best friend Paula Badosa after French Open heartbreak
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka concluded a rejuvenating romantic vacation in Mykonos, Greece, with her boyfriend, Georgios Frangulis, on June 12, 2025, following a heart-wrenching defeat in the French Open final to Coco Gauff on June 7, per Sportskeeda. Sabalenka, who led by a set but fell 6-7(5-7), 6-2, 6-4 due to an erratic performance, faced controversy for her post-match comments questioning Gauff’s victory, which she later retracted on Instagram, acknowledging Gauff’s deserved win, per Motociclismo. The Belarusian, seeking a reset, shared playful Instagram Stories with Frangulis, including a seaside snap where she stuck out her tongue, per Sportskeeda.
The couple, dating since April 2024, has grown close, with Frangulis, the 36-year-old Brazilian CEO of Oakberry, supporting Sabalenka courtside, including at Roland Garros, per Sportskeeda. Their Greek escape, filled with sun-soaked moments, was a much-needed break after a grueling clay season where Sabalenka won titles in Brisbane, Miami, and Madrid, boasting a 40-7 record in 2025, per Sportskeeda. Frangulis’ Instagram posts captured their idyllic retreat, showcasing their strong bond, per Motociclismo.
Back in Germany for the Berlin Ladies Open, a WTA 500 grass-court event starting June 16, Sabalenka reunited with her “soulmate” and best friend, Paula Badosa, ranked world No. 10, per Sportskeeda. The duo, known as “Sabadosa,” shared a joyful moment on Sabalenka’s Instagram Stories, with Badosa sporting jewelry she designed, including golden tennis racket earrings with diamond drops, per @TennisHypeMedia. Their friendship, marked by mutual support, shines off-court despite fierce on-court battles, like Sabalenka’s 7-5, 6-1 win over Badosa at the 2024 French Open, per ESPN. Badosa, who played matchmaker for Sabalenka and Frangulis, celebrated their romance, commenting “Cuties” on their Abu Dhabi Grand Prix date post in December 2024, per EssentiallySports.
Sabalenka’s Berlin appearance, where she competed in 2024, signals her Wimbledon preparations (June 30-July 13). Fans on X, like @TheTennisLetter, adored the Sabadosa reunion, captioning their sunny Berlin moment, “Sabadosa. ❤️,” per @TheTennisLetter. As Sabalenka eyes grass-court glory, her time with Frangulis and Badosa has recharged her for the challenges ahead, per Sportskeeda.
