Overview
- On Friday, Aug. 28, Sabalenka told reporters she loves the orange‑and‑black mesh outfit and is unbothered by online criticism.
- She first previewed the kit on Instagram on July 30 and wore it on court during a mixed doubles match at the US Open on Aug. 25.
- Sabalenka explained the look is part of Nike’s 2026 Grand Slam program and was designed to echo New York basketball culture.
- The outfit produced sharply mixed reaction on social media with some users calling it 'trashy' and others praising its boldness.
- Her US Open appearances also drew attention for a Material Good 127‑carat jewellery set and for her focus on defending her singles title after the mixed doubles loss with Novak Djokovic.