US Open 2024-winner Aryna Sabalenka shared a humorous story about her fitness coach, Jason Stacy, who recently got a tiger tattoo on his head. The tattoo was a result of a bet with Sabalenka, who had earned the nickname "Tiger." Fans were eagerly anticipating Sabalenka's US Open final against Jessica Pegula, and Stacy's unique hairstyle added to the excitement.
Following her victory in the final, Sabalenka revealed the details of the bet. Stacy had promised to get the tattoo if Sabalenka reached the US Open final. True to his word, Stacy appeared at the Arthur Ashe Stadium with the freshly inked tiger design on his head.
"Jason promised me if I make it to the finals, he’s gonna put it on his forehead. I wish it was a little bit lowerâ€æ it would be cooler right?” Sabalenka said.
Aryna Sabalenka clinched the US Open 2024 women's singles title, defeating Jessica Pegula in a hard-fought straight-set victory. Sabalenka's powerful and precise play proved too much for Pegula, who was competing in her first Grand Slam final.
The match lasted just over an hour and a half, with Sabalenka securing the win with a 7-5, 7-5 scoreline. This victory marked Sabalenka's third Grand Slam title, adding to her previous Australian Open wins. The light-hearted bet with her coach added an extra layer of excitement and fun to what was already a historic tournament for Sabalenka.
