Who Was Aryna Sabalenka's Ex-Boyfriend Konstantin Kolstov? Former Hockey Star Died Of Sucide In Miami

Star tennis player Aryna Sabalenka clinched an emotional straight-set win over Paula Badosa as she progressed to the round of 32 in the ongoing Maimi Open 2024. The win came days after the two-time Australian Open champion's former boyfriend Konstantin Kolstov's death.

Kolstov died at the age of 42 on Monday (March 18) in what Miami Police termed as an 'apparent suicide'. Sabalenka clarified on her Instagram handle that she was no longer dating him before his death but the Belarussian star was disturbed by the news.

Image Courtesy: Aryna Sabalenka Instagram

Aryna Sabalenka Professional Journey

Sabalenka, hailing from Belarus, has carved her path to success through sheer determination and skill. Born on May 5, 1998, in Minsk, she honed her talents at the National Tennis Academy in her hometown since its inception in 2014.

Throughout her career, Sabalenka has achieved remarkable milestones, reaching the pinnacle of world rankings as the No. 2 singles player and attaining the coveted No. 1 spot in doubles, as recognized by the Women's Tennis Association.

Despite facing obstacles along the way, including a ban from the 2022 Wimbledon tournament, Sabalenka bounced back with resilience, making a triumphant return to the prestigious event in 2023. Notably, she, along with other athletes like Daniil Medvedev, competed under a neutral flag at Wimbledon 2023, showcasing her determination and resilience in the face of adversity.

Who Was Aryna Sabalenka's Boyfriend?

Off the court, Sabalenka's personal life garnered attention, particularly her relationship with her former boyfriend, Konstantin Koltsov. Koltsov was a former professional ice hockey player, who also hailed from Minsk, Belarus. He had an impressive career spanning 18 years, during which he competed at the highest levels including the NHL and the IIHF World Championships.

In his illustrious professional career, Konstantin played hockey in the NHL. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1999 during the first round and notably contributed to the team for three seasons, spanning from 2002 to 2006.

Konstantin Kolstov Played Olympics

Additionally, he represented the Belarus national team twice in the Olympics, in 2002 and 2010. Konstantin was previously married to Julija Milahilova, with whom he shares three children. Their separation was publicly discussed when Julija tagged Aryna in a post addressing their breakup.

Aryna Sabalenka-Konstantin Kolstov Love Story

The exact moment Aryna and Konstantin first crossed paths remains undisclosed; however, they publicly acknowledged their relationship in June 2021. Aryna shared a heartfelt snapshot online, capturing Konstantin tenderly kissing her cheek as she grinned at the camera.

Accompanying the photo, she penned a caption expressing gratitude for having someone who understands her quirks, adding a playful query directed at Konstantin. Since then, Sabalenka kept updating her followers on their shared experiences, offering glimpses into their travels and life together.

Since then, they shared glimpses of their life, including their travels to Rome, Italy, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Despite Koltsov's relatively low profile on social media, Sabalenka shared moments from their adventures, offering fans a peek into their bond.

But it seems the duo were not dating each other anymore. After the former hockey player's death, Sabalenka revealed on her Instagram story that she and Kolstov were no longer a couple. His death, however, came as a shock to the tennis star as she was trying to recover from the shocking news.