Wedding bells are ringing for Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka.
The world No.1 was caught by surprise when her partner, Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis, got down on bended knee on Wednesday to present a ginormous, oval-cut diamond rock.
Now, the mastermind behind the ring design, Isabela Grutman, CEO and Founder of ISA Grutman Jewelry, has revealed to the Daily Mail all of the details about the custom-made piece.
The ring is a stunning oval-cut diamond weighing over 12 carats, set in platinum, with emerald accents incorporated into the design, which is the tennis player’s favorite stone.
Grutman and Frangulis worked together for months to create the dreamy design.
‘I’ve always admired their love and relationship, so I was incredibly flattered when Georgios asked me to design this piece,’ Grutman said in a statement.
‘We spent months working on the design, selecting the stones, and perfecting every detail of the craftsmanship to make it truly special for Aryna,’ she continued.
‘What made it even more meaningful was Georgios’ idea to incorporate emeralds into the design, as it’s her favorite stone – a personal touch that makes the ring uniquely hers.’
Aryna Sabalenka was caught by surprise when her partner, Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis, went down on bended knee on Wednesday with a ginormous, oval-cut diamond rock
Now, the mastermind behind the ring design, Isabela Grutman, CEO and Founder of ISA Grutman Jewelry, has revealed to the Daily Mail all of the details about the custom-made piece
The ring is a stunning oval-cut diamond weighing over 12 carats, set in platinum, with emerald accents incorporated into the design, which is the tennis player’s favorite stone
For scale, Kris Jenner’s rumored heart-cut engagement ring is estimated to be around 10 carats, according to Page Six.
Rustin Yasavolian, CEO at Masina Diamonds, revealed to the Daily Mail that he estimates the ring could have cost anywhere from $500,000 to $800,000.
‘The oval diamond has been the most popular shape for the past two to five years because of its elongated shape,’ the jeweler shared.
‘The beauty of oval diamonds is that they look larger than their carat weight compared to round diamonds,’ Yasavolian continued.
‘Their large silhouette takes up a lot of real estate on the finger.’
And that it does – at least in Sabalenka’s case.
Sabalenka’s fiancé popped the question in a romantic outdoor setting, as they were surrounded by beautiful bouquets of flowers and tall, pillar candles.
The athlete could not stop smiling as she embraced and kissed Frangulis while they stood near a candlelit swimming pool decorated with flowers.
Rustin Yasavolian, CEO at Masina Diamonds, revealed to the Daily Mail that he has seen the oval shape rise in the ranks in terms of what his clients are requesting, too
Sabalenka’s fiancé popped the question in a romantic outdoor setting, as they were surrounded by beautiful bouquets of flowers and tall, pillar candles
Her reveal drew messages of congratulations from Novak Djokovic and his wife Jelena, Hollywood star Eiza Gonzalez and men’s tennis star Ben Shelton
She joked on her Instagram stories afterwards that she had ‘no idea’ that the proposal was happening that night
She shared the special moment in a video to her Instagram page, where she was seen covering her mouth in complete shock and wiping tears from her eyes.
The huge diamond was seen sparkling as it caught the light in the video.
For the proposal, the tennis pro wore a pair of light-wash, baggy jeans and a white t-shirt, later revealing on her Instagram stories that she had no idea that her boyfriend would be popping the question that specific night.
She shared a close-up of the giant ring, writing, ‘Well, I obviously had NO idea this was happening tonight,’ followed by two crying-laughing emojis.
Currently, Sabalenka is in Riverside County, California, as she competes in the famous Indian Wells tennis tournament.
Her reveal drew messages of congratulations from Novak Djokovic and his wife Jelena, Hollywood star Eiza Gonzalez and men’s tennis star Ben Shelton.
Fans have been speculating that Sabalenka and Frangulis were bound to tie the knot for several months, especially after she dropped a huge marriage hint at the Brisbane International tournament in Australia in January.
‘As always, last but not least, thank you my team for handling me,’ Sabalenka said after winning the final.
Currently, Sabalenka is Riverside County, California, as she competes in the famous Indian Wells tennis tournament
Fans have been speculating that Sabalenka and Frangulis were bound to tie the knot for several months, especially after she dropped a huge marriage hint at the Brisbane International tournament in Australia in January
In July 2024, Sabalenka described Frangulis as the ‘love of my life’ after the couple enjoyed a holiday after injury forced her to withdraw from Wimbledon
‘I’m really the toughest one to handle and you guys are the toughest people in the world if you can handle me.
‘Thank you, guys, I love you. And thank you to my boyfriend. Hopefully soon I’ll call you somehow else, right?’
As the crowd joined her in laughing, the 2024 Australian Open champion added, ‘I just put on extra pressure, right?’
Frangulis saw the funny side of the exchange as he was pictured smiling and laughing in the stands.
In July 2024, Sabalenka described Frangulis as the ‘love of my life’ after the couple enjoyed a holiday after injury forced her to withdraw from Wimbledon.
Born in Brazil, Frangulis is the founder of superfood brand Oakberry, which sponsored the Haas F1 team and formed a partnership with Sabalenka after the romance began, and she created an acai bowl of her own for the brand.
He studied law before becoming an entrepreneur and has a strong interest in motor sport, having driven in 128 races of Brazil’s Porsche 911 GT3 Cup competition.
Sabalenka’s ex-boyfriend, Konstantin Koltsov, died after jumping from a hotel balcony in Miami in 2024 in a tragedy that left the tennis star shattered.
