Almost four years after they first captured the hearts of the tennis world, Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur and his girlfriend Katie Boulter have announced they are engaged!
Sharing the news to Instagram on December 23, the couple shared a selfie from their proposal alongside the caption, “We’ve been keeping a small secret…”
Known for their on-court prowess and competitive spirit, the sporting power couple have also shown a deep commitment to each other off the court, often sharing glimpses of their life together through social media.
As the couple count down the days until they tie the knot, we take a closer look back at Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter’s romance.
Who is Alex de Minaur’s girlfriend?
Alex de Minaur is currently engaged to his long-term girlfriend, British tennis star Katie Boulter.
Born on August 1, 1996, in Leicester, United Kingdom, Katie has likewise made a name for herself in the tennis world, showcasing her skill and determination with every swing of the racket.
The couple’s paths crossed in the competitive world of tennis, where they formed a deep connection rooted in their shared passion for the sport, but they initially hid their relationship from fellow players and the public.
In a video for Tennis Australia, Katie brought up an early memory of their relationship. “Remember that time when we were having breakfast on like separate tables?” she began.
“That was the early stages. We would rock down to breakfast at different times,” Alex added, before sharing they did it to “avoid speculation.”
But as their relationship grew, fans and media outlets began to take notice of the pair’s affectionate moments and heartwarming interactions off the court.
The couple went public with their relationship in 2021, and since then, both Alex and Katie have regularly posted images of each other on social media.
In March 2023, the couple celebrated their third anniversary with a candle-lit dinner and, on August 1, Alex posted a picture of Katie at sunset on Instagram to celebrate her birthday. “Happy Birthday to this beauty” he captioned the post.
Following his loss at the US Open against World No.3 Daniil Medvedev, Alex revealed how Katie helped him keep things in perspective.
“A big thing that I admire a lot about Katie is how she acts and how she gets herself up during matches,” he said after she bowed out in the third round at Flushing Meadows.
“Her philosophy is something that I envy in a way. She is very positive. She doesn’t take tennis matches for granted. She doesn’t mind the results. She goes out there competing and enjoys herself. I’ve learned a lot from that,” he explained.
“To be honest, I’m probably on the other spectrum. I live and die by the sword and matches do hurt me in ways. Over the years, I’ve learned that as much as it hurts in the moment, I can get off the court and the more I spend some time with Katie, we’re both able to kind of forget about it and move on.”
“And it’s helped me a lot to not have to linger with some of these matches. I’ve been able to turn the page and move on and look forward to the next challenge.”
As Alex prepared for the United Cup and Australian Open in 2024, he delighted fans with snaps of his Christmas alongside Katie.
As they celebrated the holiday season Alex made headlines when he landed himself in hot water after claiming he would expose his girlfriend’s weaknesses if they were to go head-to-head in mixed doubles at the United Cup.
“Well, you never know until you sign on the dotted line, come that mixed (doubles),” Alex said. “I could be an option (for the doubles). I have played mixed in the past with Katie, so I know all her weaknesses!
“I’ve watched enough of her matches to know the spots to be attacking. If we step out on court, it’s just all business.”
“That’s pretty brave of you to say that (about Katie),” John Millman chipped in following Alex’s comments. “You’re in trouble. (You) might be sleeping on the pull-out in my room tonight.”
Who is Alex de Minaur?
Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Alex was destined for a life in tennis. Born on February 17, 1999, he displayed an innate love for the sport from an early age. Alex quickly progressed through the junior ranks, setting the stage for what would become a remarkable professional career.
Alex’s playing style is characterized by his agility, exceptional speed and his ability to chase down seemingly unreachable shots and turn defence into offence has earned him the nickname “Demon” – a moniker that perfectly encapsulates his tenacity and ferocity during matches.
With each powerful forehand, strategic volley, and spirited rally, de Minaur has amassed a legion of fans who eagerly anticipate his every move.
How old is Alex de Minaur?
Alex was born on February 17, 1999. He is 25 years old.
What is Alex de Minaur’s ranking?
Alex’s world ranking is currently 9 – matching his career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 9 in February 2024 and a doubles ranking of No. 58 on 12 October 2020.
What does Alex de Minaur’s tattoo mean?
Alex has a tattoo of “109” on his chest because he was the 109th player to represent the Australian Davis Cup team.
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