In a heartwarming display of support, tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas was recently seen at girlfriend Paula Badosa’s training session in Dubai, armed with a bouquet of flowers and a teddy bear. The tender gesture comes as Badosa is recuperating from a lower back injury sustained during the Thailand Open.
Badosa, currently in Dubai for her recovery, had to retire hurt during her second-round match against Russian Diana Shnaider at the Thailand Open. This setback also led to her withdrawal from the Abu Dhabi Open, where she was scheduled to face Ukrainian Anhelina Kalinina in the first round.d
While Badosa’s future playing plans remain uncertain, she has been included in the Indian Wells Masters entry list. The 25-year-old Spaniard continues to focus on rehabilitation to return to the court at full strength.
Tsitsipas, in a touching show of solidarity, visited Badosa in Dubai and attended one of her training sessions. A photo posted on a fan account captured the moment, revealing Tsitsipas with a bouquet adorned with the words ‘I’m thinking of you every second.’ The Spaniard was seen holding a teddy bear, adding an extra touch of sweetness to the thoughtful gesture.
The display of affection by Tsitsipas towards Badosa not only showcases their strong bond but also highlights the supportive nature of their relationship. As Badosa navigates her recovery journey, the presence and encouragement from Tsitsipas offer a source of comfort and motivation.
While Badosa is yet to announce her return to competitive play, the support from Tsitsipas suggests a shared commitment to each other’s well-being, both on and off the tennis court. As fans eagerly await updates on Badosa’s recovery and future tournament appearances, the couple’s public display of affection resonates as a testament to the strength of their connection.
Stefanos Tsitsipas in 2024
At the moment ranked no.10, Tsitsipas played his last match on the 3rd of February when he defeated world no.284 Marius Copil 6-3 6-4 in the Rubber 1 of the Davis Cup (draw).
This season the Greek has managed to achieve an overall 5-2 win-loss record.
Paula Badosa in 2024
At the moment ranked no.79, Paula played her last match on the 31st of January when she had to retire when playing against world no.73 Diana Shnaider in the 2nd round and the scoreline was 6-2 3-4 .
This season the Spaniard has managed to achieve a 3-3 match record.