After a painful loss in the Wimbledon semifinals, Arina Sabalenka didn’t fade into the background. Nope, she decided to chill on one of the hottest Greek islands — Mykonos. But wait, this isn’t your average vacation! Sabalenka set Instagram on fire with poolside photos that racked up more likes in no time than most of her tennis posts. Is this the new way tennis stars win fans? While in London she showed off a strong friendship with Novak Djokovic, on the court she failed to reach her first Wimbledon final, losing in three sets to Amanda Anisimova, a Russian-American. But hey, it’s not the end of the world! Sabalenka took the chance to explore Mykonos with her partner, Brazilian-Greek businessman Jorgos Frangulis, whose fortune is estimated at around $75 million. Their relationship became public in April this year, and they first appeared together at the Madrid tournament opening ceremony. Sabalenka’s next challenge is the Montreal Masters starting July 27, so she still has a few days to rest and recharge. But is this the right path for a top athlete? Is focusing on Instagram and luxury destinations what the fans want? Or is it time to get back on the court and show why she’s one of the best? Either way, Arina Sabalenka knows how to grab attention — whether it’s on the tennis court or by the pool in Mykonos. What do you think about these Instagram adventures of athletes? Is it just smart marketing or losing focus? Drop a comment, maybe together we’ll crack the real formula for success!
