Sabalenka
Definition
The surname of Aryna Sabalenka, a Belarusian professional tennis player who holds the WTA World No. 1 ranking in women's singles and has won multiple Grand Slam titles including the Australian Open (2023, 2024) and US Open (2024, 2025).
Refers to a powerful, aggressive playing style exemplified by the tennis star, characterized by booming serves and groundstrokes that overwhelm opponents.
Examples
Sabalenka's forehand roared through the court like a Belarusian winter storm, leaving her rival frozen in disbelief.
After dominating the US Open for the second straight year, Sabalenka joked that her racket might need its own passport.
In the quirky Battle of the Sexes exhibition, even Sabalenka couldn't outmaneuver Kyrgios on his pint-sized court advantage.
Fans call Sabalenka the 'Tiger' for her ferocious play – one swipe of that backhand, and it's game over.