{
  "id": 3648419,
  "title": "83 carat diamonds and a ‘naked dress’: Aryna Sabalenka’s daring US Open fashion statement explained",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/83-carat-diamonds-and-a-naked-dress-aryna-sabalenkas-daring-us-open",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T02:53:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/83-carat-diamonds-and-a-naked-dress-aryna-sabalenka-s-daring-us-open-fashion-statement-explained-11787795320387.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a bold fashion statement at the 2026 US Open, world number one tennis player Aryna Sabalenka stunned onlookers with her daring attire during a mixed doubles match on August 25. Partnering with Novak Djokovic at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Sabalenka debuted a custom see-through black Nike minidress crafted entirely from netting. Beneath the sheer outer layer, she paired the garment with a bright orange scoop-neck sports bra and matching athletic shorts, creating a striking contrast against the black netting. The ensemble was completed with classic white tennis shoes, proving that high-end court style can prioritize both performance and aesthetics.\n\nAdding to the commentary-worthy look, Sabalenka accessorized with a bespoke jewellery collection from Material Good, her luxury jeweler of choice since the 2025 US Open. The suite boasted an impressive 83.20 carats of diamonds and precious gemstones, carefully selected to reflect the diverse global population of New York City. The collection included golden earrings set with multicoloured stones sourced from various destinations, a collar-style necklace, and synchronised bracelet. To balance the luxurious ensemble with her athletic performance, Sabalenka opted for a casual, messy bun hairstyle and removed her traditional 12-carat diamond engagement ring. The final look successfully merged casual athletic styling with unprecedented luxury, making Sabalenka's fashion statement a standout moment at the US Open.",
  "summary": "Aryna Sabalenka’s bespoke jewellery collection was designed to honour the host city, paying homage to New York’s enduring reputation as a global cultural melting pot",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Times of India",
        "title": "Sabalenka, Djokovic knocked out in first round of US Open mixed doubles",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/sabalenka-djokovic-knocked-out-in-first-round-of-us-open-mixed-doubles",
        "published": "2026-08-25T17:07:12.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Djokovic and Sabalenka dumped out by British-Czech pair at US Open",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/djokovic-and-sabalenka-dumped-out-by-british-czech-pair-at-us-open",
        "published": "2026-08-25T17:33:29.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}