Marta Kostyuk may have exited the US Open earlier than she hoped, but she's still making headlines—this time for a bathroom selfie that has the internet talking.
The world No. 10's impressive run at Flushing Meadows came to an end in the fourth round, where she fell to Linda Noskova in a three-set thriller (7-5, 5-7, 6-4). Before that, Kostyuk had cruised past Storm Hunter, Sloane Stephens, and Ekaterina Alexandrova without dropping a set.
Despite the loss, Kostyuk took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a photo dump from her time in New York, and it was one particular bathroom selfie that stole the show. The post quickly garnered thousands of likes and comments, with fans and fellow players alike unable to look away.
WTA player Eva Lys couldn't help but react, commenting, "Pic 16 HAHAHAHAHAHAH." Another fan wrote, "Such a beautiful view and some great memories. Enjoy your time," while others simply said, "Magnificent Marta" and "Sheesh."
The Ukrainian star, who has had a career-best season, reflected on her US Open experience in a heartfelt message after the match. "Yesterday didn’t end the way I wanted, but it was honestly one of the best experiences I’ve ever had on a tennis court. I’ve never felt support from a crowd like that before. It’s hard to describe what it felt like out there, but I know I’ll remember it for a long time," she said. "Somehow, in the middle of all the madness, New York made me feel at home. So thankful for these two weeks and for everyone who was part of them. Thank you for making this US Open what it was."
Kostyuk's 2024 season has been nothing short of remarkable. She captured her first WTA 1000 title at the Madrid Open and reached the semifinals at both Roland Garros and Wimbledon for the first time in her career. With those results, she's set to break into the top 10 of the WTA rankings for the first time next Monday.
At just 24 years old, Kostyuk's future looks incredibly bright. Her combination of power, athleticism, and newfound consistency has made her one of the most exciting players on tour. And while her Grand Slam quest continues, she's already proven she can compete with the best in the world.
As for her off-court moments, Kostyuk is clearly enjoying the spotlight, and her fans are loving every bit of it. If her social media presence is any indication, she's just getting started.
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