Russian-born Kazakhstani tennis star Elena Rybakina donned a new pair of glasses that stole the show at a recent press conference of the ongoing Miami Open tournament. While asked, the WTA pro revealed a quirky fact about her new glasses. Rybakina withdrew from her favorite BNP Paribas Open tournament this year due to her gastrointestinal issues. However, she returned to fight back with all her force at the Miami Open.
This WTA star was the runner-up at last year’s Miami Open. Despite her discomfort, she chose to perform at this tournament. Rybakina not only performed great but also made a stunning appearance wearing new glasses. On top of that, her response about the eye-glasses brought another surprise to fans.
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The pair of yellow quirky glasses that Rybakina wore was so stunning and eye-catching that it brought her questions about whether they were for fashion in a recent press conference at the ongoing Miami Open. Well, her response was not what the reporters expected as Rybakina said – “No not fashion but I mean you try to get as much as to get recover so this is one of them so,” nodding her head afterward.
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Another reporter was spotted questioning her back about whether it was really for recovery. The reporter said- “oh the glasses are for recover?” Rybakina responded quickly with a “yeah.” However, the interviewer went further to address that those were really cool. This WTA star was then seen smiling afterward.
While the tennis fraternity was focused on Rybakina’s new glasses, she revealed going through pain while performing at the Miami Open tournament.
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Confident Rybakina discloses being “still in pain” as she enters into the Miami Open’s quarterfinalsForceful withdrawal from the Indian Wells tournament this season disappointed Rybakina so much that she was dedicated to returning to the Miami Open. Rybakina’s withdrawal from the Indian Wells also lowered her WTA rankings. However, this star managed to defeat Madison Keys by 6-3 and 7-5 to enter the Miami Open’s quarterfinals. Rybakina expressed how challenging it was for her to return to the professional court and perform so well.
She commented– “It’s tough to come back. I am still in pain after all these matches, but I am feeling better. Hopefully extra day we have in between matches helps and we will see how it feels for the next one. think was the best match I played. The first two rounds was really tough in three sets, so I’m really happy I won in two sets and I’m getting back to form.”
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Elena Rybakina’s revelation about her quirky glasses showcases her dedication and priority for tennis. It also represents her indomitable spirit to prove her worth to the fraternity.
Source : EssentiallySports