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Tennis Star Sabalenka Involved in Restaurant Incident

Miami, Florida – World-renowned tennis star Aryna Sabalenka recently encountered an unexpected confrontation at a Miami restaurant when a man demanded that she and her party relinquish their table. The unsettling episode unfolded as the 26-year-old athlete and her team were enjoying a celebratory dinner in the vibrant city.

Verbal Exchange at Miami Dining Establishment

During what was intended to be a pleasant celebratory meal, Sabalenka and her team were interrupted by a man who appeared visibly agitated. According to reports, the man aggressively stated, “You’re not the only ones waiting for a table,” drawing a concise, one-word response from Sabalenka, who simply replied, “Chill.”

Escalation and Intervention

The situation further escalated as the man continued his demands, adding, “Wrap it up. Guys, I’m not trying to be rude, but there are other people waiting for this table.” At this point, Georgios Frangulis, Sabalenka’s boyfriend, intervened, questioning the man’s awareness of the situation by asking, “Do you realise who you are talking to? Do you know who this is?”

Prank Revelation

Contrary to initial perceptions, the seemingly irate individual was not a disgruntled customer but rather a TikTok prankster. It was revealed that the entire exchange was a pre-planned skit orchestrated for a social media video, catching Sabalenka and her team off guard.

TikTok Prankster’s Identity

The individual behind the prank is known online as ‘The European Kid.’ His content often features him portraying a character of a wealthy, entitled young man who intentionally provokes public scenes for comedic effect and online engagement.


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