Tennis Star Sabalenka Brings Wedding Vibes to Indian Wells Warm-Up

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Tennis star Aryna Sabalenka brought a playful, wedding-themed twist to her warm-up session at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, just days after announcing her engagement to Brazilian entrepreneur Georgios Frangulis. Sabalenka was spotted wearing a bridal veil and carrying a bouquet, which fans tossed down to her, as she practiced bouquet throws with her fiancé joining her on the court.

Why it matters

Sabalenka's lighthearted display at Indian Wells provided a fun, celebratory moment for fans, as the world No. 1 continues her strong 2026 season and engagement victory lap. The bridal-inspired warm-up was a unique and memorable way for Sabalenka to embrace her recent personal milestone while preparing for competition.

The details

On March 11, Sabalenka wore the bridal accessories during her warm-up session, embracing the playful moment as fans tossed the veil and bouquet down to her. Her fiancé, Georgios Frangulis, joined her on the court and even tried on the veil, adding to the celebratory atmosphere. The couple had announced their engagement just a week earlier, on March 3, after nearly two years together.

• Sabalenka wore the bridal accessories during her warm-up session on March 11, 2026.
• Sabalenka and Frangulis announced their engagement on March 3, 2026.

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What’s next

Sabalenka is projected to face world No. 14 Linda Noskova in the semifinal of the BNP Paribas Open on Friday at 4:00 pm on STADIUM 1.