Aryna Sabalenka’s Cheeky Hint to Boyfriend After Marriage Proposal Steals Spotlight at US Open 2025
**Aryna Sabalenka**, the world No. 1 and defending US Open champion, playfully put her boyfriend **Georgios Frangulis** on the spot after a heartwarming marriage proposal unfolded in the stands during her third-round match against **Leylah Fernandez** on August 29, 2025, at Louis Armstrong Stadium. As Sabalenka secured a 6-3, 7-6(2) victory, a fan proposed to his partner on the jumbotron, prompting cheers and tears from the crowd. In her post-match press conference, Sabalenka quipped, “I looked at my boyfriend. No pressure,” hinting at her expectations from Frangulis while wishing the engaged couple well (India Today, August 30, 2025). The moment, coupled with her dominant performance, sent fans into a frenzy, amplifying her charm both on and off the court. Here’s a detailed look at the event, Sabalenka’s reaction, and how fans in the UK, USA, Australia, and Nigeria can follow her US Open journey, as of 6:28 PM WAT, Saturday, August 30, 2025.[](https://www.indiatoday.in/sports/tennis/story/aryna-sabalenka-reacts-man-proposes-girlfriend-us-open-looked-boyfriend-2779067-2025-08-30)
## The Proposal and Sabalenka’s Playful Response
During a changeover in the second set of Sabalenka’s match, the stadium’s big screen captured a man dropping to one knee, ring in hand, proposing to his partner, who tearfully accepted amid thunderous applause (Sportstar, August 30, 2025). The romantic gesture, shared by the US Open’s official account (@usopen, August 30, 2025), briefly stole the spotlight, with Sabalenka later admitting, “I was just trying not to start smiling, because it’s very cute and I believe they’re super happy right now” (AP News, August 30, 2025). She called it the first proposal during one of her matches, adding, “I wish them a happy marriage” (The Times of India, August 30, 2025).
When a reporter asked if the moment might inspire others, including Frangulis, Sabalenka grinned and said, “I don’t want this kind of proposal. But I looked at my boyfriend. No pressure” (EssentiallySports, August 30, 2025). The cheeky remark, delivered with a laugh, went viral, with @TheTennisLetter tweeting, “Aryna Sabalenka on the marriage proposal: ‘I looked at my boyfriend. No pressure’ 😭😭😭” (August 30, 2025). Fans on X erupted, with @TennisFanatic writing, “Aryna’s savage! Georgios better get that ring ready 😂” (August 30, 2025).[](https://www.essentiallysports.com/wta-tennis-news-aryna-sabalenka-puts-boyfriend-on-notice-after-viral-marriage-proposal-at-us-open/)
## Sabalenka and Frangulis’ Relationship
Sabalenka, 27, has been dating Brazilian entrepreneur **Georgios Frangulis**, founder of Oakberry, since April 2024, following the tragic death of her ex-boyfriend, Konstantin Koltsov (News18, August 30, 2025). Frangulis, a motorcycle enthusiast and Oakberry CEO, has been a constant presence, cheering her at the US Open and collaborating on a signature açaí bowl (Tennis.com, August 30, 2025). Sabalenka told People magazine, “There was a really tough period where I was really happy to have him by my side, always cheering me up” (India Today, August 30, 2025). She previously shut down engagement rumors in 2024, clarifying, “No guys, it’s just a beautiful ring, we are not engaged” (Daily Mail, August 30, 2025).
The proposal incident added a lighthearted moment to their relationship, with fans speculating about future plans. Sabalenka’s comment, though playful, hinted at her openness to deeper commitment, though she made clear a public stadium proposal isn’t her style (Express.co.uk, August 30, 2025).[]
Sabalenka’s US Open Performance
Sabalenka’s on-court dominance remained unshaken by the romantic distraction. She avenged her 2021 US Open semifinal loss to Fernandez with a 6-3, 7-6(2) win, showcasing her tiebreak prowess (6-0 in third rounds at the US Open) and hitting 34 winners (Sportskeeda, August 30, 2025). Her path to a second US Open title is clear, with **Cristina Bucsa** next in the fourth round on August 31, 2025, and a potential quarterfinal against **Jasmine Paolini** or **Iga Swiatek** (The Express, August 30, 2025). Her 2025 season, including a Cincinnati title and No. 1 ranking, positions her as a favorite to emulate Serena Williams’ back-to-back US Open wins (Fakti.bg, August 30, 2025).
Fan and Media Reactions
The proposal and Sabalenka’s quip sparked a frenzy on X, with @usopen’s clip of the moment garnering thousands of likes: “A moment of love at the US Open! Congratulations! 💍 #LoveattheUSOpen” (August 30, 2025). Media outlets praised her wit, with Republic World noting, “Love served an ace as the proposal took centre stage” (August 30, 2025). Some fans speculated about Frangulis’ response, with @DoublesFan tweeting, “Georgios must be sweating after Aryna’s ‘no pressure’ line!” (). Others lauded her focus, with @josemorgado writing, “Sabalenka’s handling everything—proposals, tiebreaks, and title defense—like a champ” (August 30, 2025).
