British tennis star Katie Boulter and her boyfriend, Australian player Alex de Minaur, are poised for a potential clash on the tennis court, which could test their off-court relationship. The couple, who has been dating since 2021, is on a collision course as they find themselves in the same group for the United Cup mixed tennis teams’ event.
Australia, led by de Minaur, has been grouped with the USA and Great Britain for this season-opening competition set to take place from December 29 to January 4 in Perth. The tournament could see the world’s 13th-ranked player, de Minaur, facing his girlfriend Boulter in the mixed doubles. While they have played alongside each other at Wimbledon earlier this year, they have never faced each other in a competitive match.
Former Australia Davis Cup captain Wally Masur commented on the potential matchup, saying, “It could be the end of a beautiful relationship.” He also noted the possibility that de Minaur might be in a situation were playing against Boulter might not be in his best interests, considering the demands of the tournament.
De Minaur and Boulter garnered attention at Wimbledon when they played individually as well as teamed up for the doubles contest. Their relationship has captured the interest of the tennis world, as they are seen as the sport’s new ‘IT’ couple.
The couple made their relationship official in 2021, with Alex de Minaur posting a heartfelt message on International Women’s Day, marking their affectionate bond. Their social media accounts often feature photos from their luxurious trips and holidays together.
Notably, the couple rented a house near the All-England Club while competing in Wimbledon this summer, which added a level of comfort and familiarity to their routine. Boulter credited this arrangement for helping her prepare for her matches, as she could navigate the tournament grounds with ease.
Katie Boulter’s impressive form and emergence as a sponsor’s dream have further intensified the spotlight on her, making her a prominent figure in tennis. The prospect of a match between these two tennis stars, both on and off the court, is set to be a captivating storyline for fans and the tennis world at large.
Katie Boulter in 2023
LWLWWLWWWW Currently ranked no.55, the Brit played her last match on the 9th of October when she lost to world no.102 Kaja Juvan 6-4 6-4 in the 1st round in Seoul (draw).
At the moment, during this season Katie has achieved an overall 38-20 match record. The Brit has won 2 titles in 2023 Canberra and Nottingham. Katie reached the final in the W80 Gifu and the W60 Fukuoka.
De Minaur in Basel, ranking, and results in 2023
WWLWWWWLWW Now the world no.13, De Minaur has managed to achieve an overall 42-23 win-loss record in 2023. De Minaur is currently competing in Basel where he beat the world no.104 Diego Schwartzman 6-4 6-4.
Alex De Minaur will compete against the world no.25 Tallon Griekspoor in the 2nd round. Their current record is 1-1.
De Minaur clinched 1 title in 2023 in Acapulco. De Minaur reached the final in London (cinch Championships), in Los Cabos (Abierto de Tenis Mifel) and in Toronto (National Bank Open).
De Minaur won 7 titles in his career: 6 on hard courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
De Minaur has scheduled to play next in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 30th of October.
