"Absolutely stunning!": Jelena Dokic wows fans with new look
<p>Former tennis star Jelena Dokic has debuted a striking new look, showcasing her dramatic weight loss and inspiring thousands with her message of self-love.</p>
<p>The 41-year-old, once ranked world No. 4, made a radiant return to the spotlight as part of Channel 9’s coverage of the Billie Jean King Cup. A photo from the broadcast set quickly sparked an outpouring of support from fans, celebrating not just her transformation, but her ongoing role as a symbol of strength and positivity.</p>
<p>“Back in the studio and back doing the tennis and TV with my @channel9 @wwos family,” Dokic shared with her 285,000 Instagram followers on Thursday. “Nice little lead into the next 3 grand slams of the year with a @billiejeankingcup week.”</p>
<p>Supportive messages flooded the post, with fans praising her radiant presence. “You’re a dead set LEGEND Jelena,” one admirer wrote, while another added, “Absolutely stunning!”</p>
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<p>Dokic has been open about her personal struggles, candidly discussing her battles with mental health, weight challenges and online bullying. In a heartfelt Instagram post from March 11, she reflected on her journey, using side-by-side images to convey a powerful message about body image.</p>
<p>“What is the difference between the two images?” she asked. “Nothing except what you see on the outside, my BODY SIZE. I am the same hardworking person, respectful, generous, empathetic, compassionate, humble, kind, driven, strong, resilient, capable and loving person, woman and friend.”</p>
<p>She continued, urging her followers to look beyond appearances: “Beauty has nothing to do with looks. It’s how you are as a person. It’s how you make others feel especially about themselves. No beauty shines brighter than that of a kind heart.”</p>
<p>Now thriving as an author, expert tennis commentator and vocal advocate for mental health and body positivity, Dokic continues to inspire others with her authenticity and courage. Her documentary <em>Unbreakable</em>, which aired on Channel 9 earlier this year after its successful cinematic release in December 2024, has been met with rave reviews for its raw and honest portrayal of her life and career.</p>
<p><em>Image: Instagram</em></p>
