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Love Blooms at Wimbledon 2024

LOVE means nothing in tennis, but try telling that to the ace mixed-doubles pairings taking the court at Wimbledon 2024. This year, the All England Club is set to host an array of tennis power couples, each with their own unique story and dynamic.

Katie Boulter & Alex De Minaur: A Match Made in Tennis Heaven

British No1 Katie Boulter and Aussie Alex De Minaur have been an item since 2020. The couple even teamed up for mixed doubles at Wimbledon last year. In a remarkable turn of events, Boulter clinched her first WTA 500 title in San Diego just a day after De Minaur's victory in Acapulco. Rumors of an engagement sparked when Boulter was seen wearing a ring, but De Minaur confirmed he hasn't popped the question... yet.

Jannik Sinner & Anna Kalinskaya: From Rumors to Reality

Jannik Sinner, the world No1 after his first Grand Slam win in Australia, has also made headlines off the court. The Italian star went public with Russian beauty Anna Kalinskaya at the French Open in May. Kalinskaya, who previously dated Nick Kyrgios, now finds herself in the spotlight, often having to ignore DMs from professional footballers.

Stefanos Tsitsipas & Paula Badosa: The Rollercoaster Romance

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa took fans by surprise with their joint Instagram account filled with lovey-dovey content. Though Badosa's back injury dashed their hopes of playing together at Wimbledon last year, the couple's relationship has seen its ups and downs. After a brief split in May 2024, they rekindled their romance within weeks.

"We talk about equipment. We talk about things that we can improve. Paula keeps saying she wishes she had my forehand. I tell her, 'I'm sorry, but that's not possible so you have to find ways around it'," Tsitsipas shared.

Gael Monfils & Elina Svitolina: A Tennis Love Story

Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina's relationship blossomed in 2019, leading to an engagement in April 2021 and a wedding three months later. Svitolina took a break from tennis to welcome their daughter, Skai, in October 2022. She made an emotional return to the court, reaching the Wimbledon semifinals last year, while Monfils took on childcare duties.

Denis Shapovalov & Mirjam Bjorklund: Five Years Strong

Canadian star Denis Shapovalov and Swedish player Mirjam Bjorklund have been together since 2019. Shapovalov, who has earned over £8.8 million and reached world No10, proposed in Bjorklund's homeland in July 2023, marking a romantic milestone in their relationship.

Katerina Siniakova & Tomas Machac: A Steady Climb

Katerina Siniakova, a doubles specialist with all four Grand Slams and Olympic gold, has found her perfect partner in Tomas Machac. The couple reportedly got together during a Covid quarantine at the Australian Open in 2021 and are now said to be engaged.

Andre Agassi & Steffi Graf: The Ultimate Tennis Power Couple

Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf are perhaps the most iconic tennis duo. Graf's 22 majors and Agassi's eight speak volumes of their prowess. Their love story began after their French Open singles titles in 1999, leading to their marriage in 2001. The couple has two children, Jaden and Jaz, who are carving their own paths in different sports.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova