Tennis star Aryna Sabalenka has once again shown her compassionate side as she sends love and support to her best friend Paula Badosa. The Spaniard is currently recovering from a heartbreaking injury that forced her to retire from the French Open.
In a heartwarming gesture, Sabalenka took to social media to express her love and admiration for Badosa, who she refers to as “my girl on fire”. The Belarusian player shared a photo of the two of them together, with a heartfelt message that read, “My girl on fire, I miss you so much. Keep fighting, you are strong and you will come back even stronger.”
Badosa, who is currently ranked 33 in the world, was forced to retire from her fourth-round match at the French Open due to a left abductor injury. The 23-year-old had been having a breakthrough season, reaching her first Grand Slam quarterfinal at the Australian Open earlier this year.
Sabalenka and Badosa have been close friends for years, with the two often seen supporting each other on and off the court. The Belarusian has previously spoken about their friendship, saying, “We are really good friends. We always support each other, and it’s really nice to have someone like her on tour.”
The outpouring of love and support from Sabalenka has been met with gratitude and appreciation from Badosa, who replied to the post saying, “Thank you my love, I miss you too. I’ll be back soon.”
The tennis world has also shown their support for Badosa, with players and fans alike sending messages of encouragement and wishing her a speedy recovery. Badosa’s injury is a reminder of the physical toll that professional athletes endure, and the importance of having a strong support system.
As Badosa continues her recovery, the tennis community will undoubtedly be rooting for her return to the court. And with friends like Sabalenka by her side, there is no doubt that she will come back stronger than ever.
