Happy news in the world of sports. Alex de Minaur (28) and Katie Boulter They have announced their engagement after more than four years of relationship. The tennis stars themselves have been in charge of telling about their engagement: “We have been keeping a little secret…”, they have written on their public profiles along with a beautiful snapshot of the two in which the engagement ring can be seen in their hands. left of the athlete.
© @katiecboulterAlex De Minaur, 25, born in Australia, and Katie Boulter, 28, originally from Leicester (United Kingdom), have become one of the most successful couples in tennis. In their professional careers they do not stop growing, since currently, the tennis player occupies ninth place in the men’s world ranking of the ATP ranking, while the athlete is ranked 285 in the women’s field. Since they began their relationship, they have always been very close and have not hidden their happiness despite being very jealous of their privacy. Every time one has a match or a tough competition, the other accompanies him and shows his support and pride.
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© @katiecboulterTheir love story began when, due to their professional careers, they met in a competition and fell in love four years ago, in 2020. As soon as the news was announced, the publication was filled with hundreds of messages congratulating them. Among the well-known faces linked to the sport is the British tennis player Laura Robson who wrote: “How cute! The best preseason news”. On the other hand, the Australian PGA Tour golfer, Min Woo Leealso applauded the news. “Congratulations to all of you.” Just like Paula Badosa, who wanted to congratulate his professional colleagues: “Congratulations”.
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© Getty ImagesAt the moment, the engaged have not wanted to reveal the date or place of the ceremony. What is also not yet clear is whether the pair will have to face each other directly in the United Cup in Australia early next year, as Great Britain and Australia have been drawn in the same group for the tournament. During an interview, Katie Boulter spoke about what it would mean to compete against her now fiancé, and her words reflect both admiration and the emotional complexity of the moment: “I wouldn’t say I’m thrilled with the idea of playing against him again. It’s a top 10 player and knows how to play tennis, so there’s that aspect. Then there’s the personal side, which is tough, but also great for the bragging rights.”
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