British number one Katie Boulter and Australian world number nine Alex de Minaur have announced their engagement. The couple, who met on the tennis circuit, have been in a relationship for nearly five years.
Boulter shared the news on Instagram with a photo of her engagement ring, writing: “We’ve been keeping a small secret.”
Tennis Stars to Compete in United Cup
The announcement comes ahead of the United Cup in Sydney on 1 January, where Great Britain and Australia are set to face off. Both Boulter, 28, and De Minaur, 25, are named in their respective teams.
The mixed doubles format in the tournament raises the possibility of the newly engaged couple competing against each other.
Reflecting on the idea of playing against De Minaur, Boulter had previously remarked:
“I wouldn’t say I was thrilled at the idea of playing him all over again. He’s a top-10 player, and he knows how to play tennis, so there’s one side of it. Then there’s the personal side, which is difficult but also great for bragging rights.”
Tennis Love Story
The couple’s shared passion for tennis has been evident throughout their relationship. They even played mixed doubles together at Wimbledon last year, reaching the second round.
The engagement has added a personal twist to their careers, making their on-court matchups even more intriguing for fans.
Key Points
- Katie Boulter and Alex de Minaur announced their engagement after nearly five years of dating.
- The couple may face each other in the United Cup mixed doubles in January.
- They previously teamed up at Wimbledon 2023, reaching the second round.
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