Aryna Sabalenka had a funny slip of the tongue during a joint appearance with fellow US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz on NBC’s TODAY Show on Monday morning.
Sabalenka, became the first woman since Serena Williams in 2015 to defend her US Open title with a win over Amanda Anisimova, was chatting about her off-court talents after posting up a storm in celebration on TikTok and Instagram.
“I’m terrible at dancing! I always pick the easiest moves just so I look OK,” she said, before adding: “Anyway, I have a TikTok to do with Jann—er, Jann…”
That was as far as Sabalenka got before realizing her mistake, sparking laughter from the hosts and both champions.
Alcaraz jokingly pretended to grab his trophy and walk off set, but took it all in stride: “It’s nine in the morning, don’t worry. It’s all good, it’s all good.”
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