“I carry them with me every day,” Aryna Sabalenka receives overwhelming love and support from fans following ex-boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov’s tragic death

Belarusian tennis ace Aryna Sabalenka has been going through tough times. The 25-year-old recently lost her ex-boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov. Sabalenka has also not been doing well since her title-winning performance in Australia where she clinched her second Grand Slam title.

The World No. 2 player suffered early exits at the Dubai Tennis Championships right after her Grand Slam win. Sabalenka could not do much at the Indian Wells Open as well. She bowed out of the Masters tournament after losing to America’s Emma Navarro in the fourth round.

After the Indian Wells, doubts rose over her participation in the Miami Open as she suffered a huge personal loss. However, Aryna Sabalenka stood strong and took part in the WTA 1000 event. Although she could not go all the way and was knocked out in the third round, Sabalenka earned praise for her strength. Fans supported the Belarusian throughout the tough phase and she has thanked them back now.

Sabalenka put a story on Instagram on Monday where she expressed gratitude for the love and support she received in this tough phase. The 25-year-old said that she carries the kind words with her every day.

I want to take a moment to say thank you to all my fans for your outpouring love and support during this difficult time. Your kind words mean so much and I carry them with me every day. I am so grateful for you all. 

Aryna Sabalenka wrote in her Instagram story.

What lies ahead for Aryna Sabalenka?

Despite all the tough times, Aryna Sabalenka stood strong and took part in the Miami Open. She was also furious about losing in the third round to Anheline Kalinina as the Belarusian smashed her racket. Nevertheless, the two-time Grand Slam champion will be now looking to bounce back.

With the clay season set to kick off, Sabalenka will be focused on winning a few tournaments before she takes centerstage for the Roland Garros. The World No. 2 will be back in action with the Porsche Grand Prix in Germany where she was the runner-up last time.

The Belarusian ace will then take part in the WTA 1000 event in Madrid. Sabalenka is the defending champion at the Masters tournament and will be hoping to defend the crown this year.

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