WTA fans were left in absolute awe as Aryna Sabalenka made a thunderous return to the court at Rogers Place, igniting one of the loudest ovations of the tournament so far. The Belarusian powerhouse, absent in recent weeks due to injury speculation and personal challenges, stepped onto the court to a standing ovation that shook the stadium.
Sabalenka, wearing her signature fierce expression and radiating confidence, returned not just as a player — but as a fan favorite, reclaiming her position among the sport’s elite with energy and grit.
The moment she walked out, the atmosphere was electric. Fans chanted her name, waved flags, and held up handmade signs, celebrating the return of one of the WTA’s most dynamic competitors.
> “I missed this energy, I missed all of you,” Sabalenka said in her on-court interview. “Being away made me realize how much I love this game.”
Her performance matched the hype. With explosive serves and relentless groundstrokes, Sabalenka powered through her opening match in straight sets, sending a clear message — she’s back, and she’s not here to ease in.
Social media platforms exploded with praise and emotion, with thousands of fans posting clips of her entrance and labeling it a “goosebumps moment.”
Sabalenka’s return has not only added firepower to the Rogers Place lineup, but also renewed hope among her global fanbase that she’s gearing up for a major comeback this summer.
One thing is certain — Aryna Sabalenka didn’t just return to tennis; she returned to own the moment.
