Energetic fans from all over the sports world are drawn to the UEFA European Football Championship, often known as the Euro Cup, which has won the hearts of millions of people worldwide. Several sportsmen have expressed their excitement about the competition, and tennis player Stefanos Tsitsipas is among them.
The famous athlete from Greece has frequently stated that he would be open to watching the game and getting to know Lionel Messi, his favourite player. The 25-year-old once again showed his love for soccer and the club he is rooting for as the Euro Cup got underway. Before his debut at the Halle Open, Tsitsipas addressed the media during the pre-match press conference. He supported Spain and, more importantly, his girlfriend, Paula Badosa. He also discussed the Euro Cup.
When asked which team he is supporting, he said: “I’ve got to keep my girlfriend happy. I’ve got to support Spain. It’s a very diplomatic answer, yes.”
🇪🇸”I’ve got to keep my girlfriend happy”🇪🇸#euros2024 pic.twitter.com/jdUy8EJ2r6
— Tsitsidosa Updates (@OnlyTsitsidosa) June 16, 2024
Stefanos Tsitsipas in 2024
Ranked world no.11, the Greek played his last match on the 4th of June when he lost to world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz 6-3 7-6(3) 6-4 in the quarter of the French Open (draw).
At present, during this year the Greek has managed to achieve a compiled 28-10 record. The Greek clinched 1 title in Monte-Carlo. Tsitsipas was the runner-up in Barcelona.
Stefanos Tsitsipas will compete against the world no.181 Henri Squire in the 1st round. In the past, they have never played each other so far in top competitions.
The Greek has won 1 title in 2024 in Monte-Carlo. The Greek reached the final in Barcelona (Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell).
The Greek won 12 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts, 5 on clay courts, 5 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Paula Badosa in 2024
WWLWWLWWWL Currently the world no.115, Badosa played her last match on the 1st of June when she capitulated to world no.3 Aryna Sabalenka 7-5 6-1 in the 3rd round of the French Open (draw).
Currently, during this season Badosa owns an overall 11-11 match record.
