World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka is living her best life not just on the court but also off it. She’s securing sponsorships to a degree that she never did before, and now has one more major brand associated with her.
Luxury Italian house Gucci has officially named Aryna Sabalenka as its newest global brand ambassador. The announcement, made on January 22, 2026, coincides with the Belarusian tennis star’s dominant performance at the Australian Open, where she has yet to drop a set in two matches.
Gucci Appoints Aryna Sabalenka as Global Ambassador
The reveal came via Gucci’s social media channels, featuring a captivating video of Sabalenka playing tennis on a rooftop court, wearing Gucci attire. The caption on the post read: “Welcome to the Gucci family, Aryna.” The brand is synonymous with bold elegance, and Sabalenka’s vibrant personality makes her a natural fit.
It was warranted, given Sabalenka’s sustained excellence as the premier player in the game for years now, and it’s brilliant that the tour’s best player is growing in visibility. It always helps the tour to have marketable figures like her. It’s a testament to Sabalenka’s personality as well as her achievements that she has managed this feat. She joins Coco Gauff (Miu Miu) and Qinwen Zheng (Dior) to be partnered with a major fashion house.
Gucci has strategically built a strong presence in the world of professional tennis through its selection of high-profile brand ambassadors from the sport. The current ATP World No.2 and four-time Grand Slam champion, Jannik Sinner, is another prominent star for the brand. Sinner has held the position of Gucci’s global brand ambassador since 2022, and Gucci celebrates their long-standing connection through various campaigns.
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