Aryna Sabalenka playfully engages with Novak Djokovic on social media
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 5:46 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
After experiencing a disappointing defeat at the French Open, Aryna Sabalenka turned her attention to Wimbledon by responding to Novak Djokovic's Instagram post. Djokovic recently faced an unexpected exit in Paris and shared a lighthearted selfie. Sabalenka humorously commented on his photo, prompting Djokovic to say he was in his 'Sabalenka era'. She later requested his help to improve her game, highlighting their friendly rapport. The Wimbledon Championships are set to begin on June 29.
- •Sabalenka lost to Diana Shnaider in the French Open quarterfinals.
- •Djokovic was eliminated in the third round by João Fonseca.
- •The Wimbledon Championships will start on June 29.
- •Sabalenka reached out to Djokovic for advice on her game.
- 5:46 AMYahoo Sports — ’Stop Copying Me’ — Aryna Sabalenka Teases Novak Djokovic Before Asking for Help With Her Results
"Fresh off one of the most upsetting defeats of her career at the French Open, Aryna Sabalenka is trying to turn the page on the grass courts of Wimbledon. However, when Novak Djokovic, who also had an unexpected exit, posted a photo of himself strolling the streets of Paris, Sabalenka, known for her own unfiltered social media presence, jumped into the comment section with friendly banter and career advice.
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