Sabalenka Ex Boyfriend: Konstantin Koltsov, Former Nhl Player, Died by Suicide in March 2026
Aryna Sabalenka is now navigating a double-edged reality: the peak of her career (she won the Australian Open in 2026 and 2026) and the valley of grief. She’s spoken about using tennis as a sanctuary, a place where she can channel her emotions into thunderous serves.
Her performances post-Koltsov have been raw, powerful, and occasionally erratic. She’s shown that you don’t have to be perfect to be strong. She’s crying in the locker room, then smiling on the podium. That duality is the very definition of grace under pressure.
A Fun Little Fact to Lighten the Mood
Want a random survival tip? Sabalenka’s favorite way to decompress after a match? Binging “Friends” reruns. She’s said in pressers that the show makes her laugh because it’s “so stupid and cozy.” Sometimes, the best therapy is a 90s sitcom and a bowl of pasta.
Konstantin Koltsov, former NHL player and boyfriend of Sabalenka, dead
Another one: Koltsov’s NHL nickname was “Koko,” a playful nod to his last name. It’s a small, humanizing detail that reminds us he was just a guy who loved hockey, his kids, and his girlfriend.