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Rybakina's Burgundy Outfit Sparks US Open Superstition
13 Sep
Summary
- Elena Rybakina wore an all-burgundy outfit before her US Open final win.
- Tennis fans linked burgundy clothing to success at the US Open.
- Rybakina's victory extended the bizarre 'Burgundy Prophecy' trend.
Elena Rybakina has added a new chapter to the US Open's intriguing 'Burgundy Prophecy' after securing her maiden women's singles title.
Rybakina, representing Kazakhstan, triumphed over Aryna Sabalenka in a closely contested final on September 13, 2026. Her victory was preceded by her appearance in an all-burgundy outfit at Flushing Meadows, a fashion choice that resonated with a growing superstition among tennis enthusiasts.
The 'Burgundy Prophecy' posits a connection between wearing burgundy attire and achieving success at the US Open. This trend had previously been noted with champions like Jannik Sinner in 2024, Carlos Alcaraz in 2025, and Rafael Nadal in 2022.
Further bolstering the prophecy, Czech players Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik sported matching burgundy outfits when they won the mixed doubles title during the 2026 tournament. Jessica Pegula also wore burgundy en route to the semi-finals.
Rybakina, already a three-time Grand Slam champion, embraced the color before her biggest match at the US Open. This decision has solidified the bizarre prophecy as one of the tournament's most unusual and captivating storylines.
