Leylah Fernandez’s DMs are open: The Montreal date sweepstakes is on

Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez is winning hearts both on and off the court – and now, she’s turning heads for a totally different reason. The 2021 US Open finalist recently sparked a social media buzz by jokingly announcing that her DMs are open for date offers ahead of the National Bank Open in Montreal.

Leylah, who’s just 22 and already one of Canada’s most loved athletes, made the lighthearted announcement during a fun moment with Tennis Channel. When asked about her ideal date ahead of the Montreal tournament, she smiled and said, “Let’s see what the people have to offer… my DMs are open.”

Naturally, fans lost it.

Messages started pouring in from hopeful admirers and tennis fans all over the world. While it was clearly all in good fun, the idea of taking a tennis star like Leylah out on a date got people talking – and sharing creative “applications” online.

And honestly, who wouldn’t want a chance? Leylah has charm, talent, and a magnetic personality. She’s also proud of her roots in Montreal, where the city is buzzing as it gets ready to welcome world-class tennis for the tournament. She’s expected to draw big support from local fans, especially with this playful interaction making her even more relatable.

The whole moment shows why Leylah has become such a fan favorite – not just for her killer forehand, but for her fun-loving, down-to-earth energy. She’s not afraid to joke around, share personal moments, and connect with fans in a genuine way. In today’s world of scripted answers and media-trained athletes, Leylah’s honesty is refreshing.

Of course, there’s a tournament to play too. Fernandez will be looking to put on a show in front of her home crowd. But whether she wins the title or not, she’s already won the internet this week.

So, Montreal – if you’re single and confident, you might just have a shot (a very tiny one, but hey, never say never). Slide into those DMs respectfully… you never know where a message might land!

And to Leylah – thanks for keeping it fun. You’ve made the National Bank Open even more exciting. Good luck on and off the court!