Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka added a splash of tennis flair to Miami’s Thanksgiving festivities as they joined friends for an intimate celebratory dinner. The two Grand Slam champions were spotted at a cozy gathering hosted by hospitality mogul David Grutman after concluding their busy tennis calendar.
Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka Gravitate Toward David Grutman’s Miami Hotspots
As the powerhouse behind Groot Hospitality, Grutman has shaped much of the city’s nightlife through iconic venues like LIV, Story, Komodo, Papi Steak, Swan, and The Key Club. His restaurants regularly attract A-list athletes and celebrities, making his holiday gatherings a hotspot for crossover moments between the sports and entertainment worlds.
With both Alcaraz and Sabalenka in their offseason stretch, the Thanksgiving dinner offered a unique behind-the-scenes look at how top players unwind away from competition. More glimpses from the evening surfaced when Sabalenka’s boyfriend, Brazilian entrepreneur Georgios Frangulis, best known for cofounding the global snack brand Oakberry, shared a short clip of the dinner table on social media.
The video showed Grutman seated with Alcaraz and Sabalenka, capturing a relaxed holiday mood as the group enjoyed the spread. He also shared a picture where the couple could be seen posing with Grutman and his wife, accompanied by the caption, “Gotta be thankful.”
A Look at Alcaraz and Sabalenka’s Standout 2025 Seasons
Alcaraz had a dominant 2025 season, finishing as ATP World No. 1 with a 71-9 win-loss record, eight titles, and $18.8 million in prize money. He won the French Open and US Open, reached the Wimbledon final, and made the Australian Open quarterfinals, marking his first year reaching at least the last eight at all four Slams.
Alcaraz also captured his first Monte Carlo, Rome, and Cincinnati Masters titles; earned his 250th career win; and claimed trophies on clay, grass, and hard courts for the third straight season.
Meanwhile, Sabalenka ended 2025 as the WTA World No. 1, boasting a 63-12 win-loss record, four titles, nine finals appearances, and a tour-leading $15 million in prize money. She defended her US Open title, reached the finals of the Australian Open and French Open, and made the semifinals of Wimbledon, achieving deep runs at all four Majors.
Sabalenka also captured two WTA 1000 titles and finished as runner-up at the WTA Finals, completing one of the most consistent and dominant seasons of her career.
