Tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has once again donned a controversial mesh dress, this time in an orange variant, during the U.S. Open. The World No. 1 previously faced scrutiny for a similar black mesh outfit. Sabalenka, unfazed by the attention, proceeded to win her first singles match against Camila Osorio with a score of 6-2, 6-4, continuing her pursuit of a third consecutive U.S. Open title.
Nike reportedly provided Sabalenka with separate day and night kits, featuring the orange for daytime matches. The brand pays her a significant sum to wear their apparel.
In other sports news, former NFL legends participated in a charity fishing tournament. Hall of Famer Randy Moss was among the participants in the Randy Moss Pro Football Hall of Fame Pro-Am, where eight Hall of Famers were paired with professional anglers. Former NFL player Joe Thomas was also in attendance, discussing his post-NFL health journey and his involvement with Hall of Fame Farms. Thomas revisited a draft-day fishing trip that preceded his selection by the Cleveland Browns.
Meanwhile, NFL quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is facing online scrutiny after a comment on his Instagram account. Tagovailoa, who is set to play for the Atlanta Falcons, posted a series of photos in his new team's uniform with the caption, "For the A 🫡." He then added, "We're so proud of you!! You got this ❤️," a comment that was quickly deleted but captured by online observers. Speculation suggests the comment may have been intended for his wife's account, as she often posts similar messages. Athletes' social media accounts are frequently managed by others, a detail that may explain such an error.