Paula Badosa sends endearing message to Aryna Sabalenka after Belarusian adorably supports her jewelry brand at Berlin Open
On June 19, 2025, Paula Badosa sent an endearing message to her close friend and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka via Instagram Stories, celebrating Sabalenka’s support for her jewelry brand, Aces, during the Berlin Ladies Open. After Sabalenka played an impressive point in her second-round match against Rebeka Masarova, wearing gold earrings from Badosa’s Alma collection, Badosa shared a video of the rally, writing, “Number 1 in the world making high class points like this @arynasabalenka, also wearing Alma collection earrings, looking 😍 (this point was thanks to the earring btw),” per Sportskeeda. Sabalenka’s cross-court passing shot, clinching the point on her serve, prompted Badosa’s playful praise, highlighting their deep bond.
Sabalenka’s Support and Friendship
Sabalenka, who reunited with Badosa in Berlin on June 13, posed for a charming selfie with her, both sporting Aces earrings, per Pro Football Network. The Belarusian’s gesture followed a pattern of support, as she previously gifted Badosa a luxury bracelet after defeating her in the 2025 Australian Open semifinals, fulfilling a playful promise, per Tennis.com. Badosa, in turn, had surprised Sabalenka with Alma and Aura earrings before the French Open, with Sabalenka responding, “Thank you my love @paulabadosa ❤️,” per Pro Football Network. Their friendship, solidified since Badosa called Sabalenka her “best friend on Tour” in 2023, shines through such gestures, per Sportskeeda.
Berlin Open Context
At the WTA 500 event, Sabalenka, the top seed, led 6-2 in her match against Masarova when it was suspended due to slippery conditions, sparking her frustration, per News9 Live. Badosa, seeded eighth, advanced to the quarterfinals with a 7-6(2), 6-3 win over Emma Navarro, per The Playoffs. Her Instagram post also showcased Sabalenka’s style, as the earrings complemented her on-court prowess, per @TennisHypeMedia. Fans on X, like @ivabianconero, celebrated the “Sabadosa” duo’s bond and Badosa’s jewelry, per.
Their Bond and Future
The exchange underscores their enduring friendship, seen in past moments like Sabalenka’s support during Badosa’s injury-hit 2024 season and Badosa’s empathy after Sabalenka’s personal losses, per The Guardian. As they prepare for Wimbledon 2025 (June 30–July 13), with Sabalenka favored at +250 odds, their mutual support remains a highlight, per Sportskeeda.
