Performance coach Jason Stacy says Aryna Sabalenka's TikTok dances definitely aren't just a silly thing she does as it apparently helps the Belarusian tennis star relax and that positively impacts her tennis.
Since 2023, Sabalenka is the most successful WTA player Grand Slam-wise - she has won four Slams over the past three seasons. Also, the Belarusian has been holding the world No. 1 position for the past 12 months.
While Sabalenka's accomplishments speak for themselves, she is also widely regarded as one of the most charismatic players with the way she interacts with the media, public, fans, and with stuff she does on social media. Whoever follows the 27-year-old on social media, they are well accustomed to seeing the four-time Grand Slam winner uploading videos of her dancing at various places.
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Coach Stacy: TikTok might be Sabalenka's secret weapon
Stacy, who has been a part of Sabalenka's team since 2019, says the team long ago realized that they needed to introduce relaxing stuff. And that seems to be working perfectly.
The culture of any team is the core of everything. Managing your environment especially the people around you is crucial. Having fun is essential. The tennis season is long, full of demands, and emotionally draining. You need moments where you can just switch off and be in the moment. Whether were doing silly games or dancing, those moments keep us grounded and present," Stacy said on Tennis Channel.
We integrate lots of different things and yes, TikTok dancing might be the secret weapon. Shes strong, but those drills from modified jiu-jitsu movements to crawling patterns helped her coordination and balance, strengthening her core and range of motion. Well play soccer, invent games, or use whatever we have. The idea is to keep things fun and functional."
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Here is the last TikTok uploaded by Sabalenka.
