Aryna Sabalenka is paying the price — literally — for smashing her tennis racket at the US Open. On Saturday, the Belarusian tennis star, 28, smashed her racket multiple times on the court at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York after Elena Rybakina beat her in three straight sets in the women’s singles final.

Aryna Sabalenka lost the US Open title, $2.7 million in potential prize money and received a $7,500 fine after her final defeat.

The Belarusian was clearly frustrated after the match. She smashed her racket near the bench and had an angry reaction while cameras continued to follow her..

Aryna Sabalenka’s emotions boiled over after she lost her chance at a U.S. Open three-peat. After she fell to Elena Rybakina in three sets on Saturday 6-4, 5-7, 6-2, Sabalenka went to sit with her team in their corner of the Arthur Ashe court. However, to her dismay, a camera operator followed her and he got the brunt of her hot temper.

Aryna Sabalenka was hit with a fine after her on‑court behaviour boiled over during the US Open final against Elena Rybakina

Aryna Sabalenka fought back tears after losing the US Open crown and world No. 1 ranking, then delivered an emotional message on court.

Aryna Sabalenka’s antics at the US Open final have been strongly criticized by former WTA star Chanda Rubin. After falling short to Elena Rybakina, the former world No. 1 smashed her racquet and made it all about herself.

Aryna Sabalenka is a great ambassador for our sport and a supreme champion. However, this year, she has struggled to maintain her usual dominance