The world No. 1 clinched an impressive win over Naomi Osaka—and explained the bet that led her to adopt the King Charles Spaniel.

The pair last faced off in a monumental 2018 US Open fourth round, where Osaka went on to win her first Grand Slam title.

Set in platinum with emerald stones, the world No. 1 shone like a diamond in Tennis Paradise on Friday.

The world No. 1 pulled away from American teen Iva Jovic 6-3, 6-0, knowing she had to "step in and show the level and the class."

Sabalenka is at the peak of her powers at the 2026 Australian Open, expanding her portfolio and extending her reign atop the women’s game.

“It’s a perfect time to bring fashion on court,” Sabalenka said after Naomi Osaka debuted a Robert Wun ensemble for her first-round match.

The ensemble has the fashion-obsessed world No. 1 thinking of how she might top Osaka at future major outings.

The world No. 1 was quick to press after a tricky opener against French wild card Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah.

Though she sought inspiration from reading last summer, the world No. 1’s whirlwind off-season has kept her from making headway in her TBR list.

Sabalenka spoke out after reaching the Brisbane International quarterfinals.