Alexandra Oleynikova, a Ukrainian tennis player whose triumphant appearance at the Australian Open in January 2026 exploded social media due to her unconventional look for professional tennis, has once again found herself at the center of a loud media scandal. At the current Transylvania Open tournament, the athlete, whose face is adorned with unique tattoos, demonstrated that her bold appearance is fully consistent with her uncompromising inner self. The incident occurred during pre-match formalities when Oleynikova openly refused not only a traditional handshake with her opponent but also a joint ceremonial photo, which caused a mixed reaction from the stands and the expert community.