Australian tennis sensation Alex de Minaur shares a tennis power couple status with his partner Katie Boulter, and both have successfully advanced to the second round of the Australian Open, with de Minaur defeating Milos Raonic and Boulter securing a victory against Yue Yuan.
Here’s a closer look at Katie Boulter:
Katie Boulter: Alex de Minaur’s Girlfriend
- Background: Katie Boulter, at 27, hails from England and has made a name for herself in the tennis world with a career-high ranking of 50 achieved in September of the previous year.
- Early Career: She entered the Wimbledon qualifying rounds as a 17-year-old in 2014 and reached her first Grand Slam main draw at the All England Club in 2017.
- Grand Slam Performance: In 2018, Boulter secured her first major victory at Wimbledon by defeating Veronica Cepede Royg but bowed out in the second round against Naomi Osaka.
- Recent Success: Boulter’s career has seen an upward trajectory in recent years, reaching the third round in her last three major tournaments. Notably, she clinched a WTA title at the Canberra International in 2023.
- Notable Win: At the United Cup 2024, Boulter achieved a significant milestone by defeating world No. 5 Jessica Pegula in three sets.
- Australian Open 2024: Boulter started her Australian Open 2024 campaign with a straight-sets victory against China’s Yuan, setting the stage for a potentially promising run. Her next opponent in the second round is the winner of the match between 12th seed Qinwen Zheng and Ashlyn Krueger.
Timeline of Relationship with Alex de Minaur:
- Boulter and de Minaur’s relationship became public news in March 2022.
- Despite being on different tours, with Boulter on the WTA and de Minaur on the ATP, the couple navigates the challenges of a long-distance relationship.
- In a joint tennis venture, Boulter and de Minaur teamed up to play mixed doubles at Wimbledon 2023, experiencing success in their first match but bowing out in the subsequent round.
- The couple successfully avoided facing each other in mixed doubles at the United Cup, with Australia opting for a specialist doubles pairing.
- Looking ahead, there is a possibility that both Boulter and de Minaur could make their Olympics debut at Paris 2024, potentially competing against each other for their respective nations.
As de Minaur and Boulter continue to make waves both individually and as a dynamic tennis duo, their journey adds an intriguing element to the world of professional tennis.
Alex de Minaur past singles results, next match
| Date | Time (AEDT) | Opponent/Result | Tournament/Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 29, 2023 | 8:00 pm | def. 6-4 2-6 7-6(2) by Cameron Norrie | United Cup (group stage) |
| Jan. 1, 2024 | 8:00 pm | def. Taylor Fritz 6-4 6-2 | United Cup (group stage) |
| Jan. 3, 2024 | 8:00 pm | def. Novak Djokovic 6-4 6-4 | United Cup (QF) |
| Jan. 6, 2024 | NB 7:00 pm | def. Alexander Zverev 5-7 6-3 6-4 | United Cup (SF) |
| Jan. 10, 2024 | 6:30 pm | def. Carlos Alcaraz 6-4 5-7 10-3 | Charity Match |
| Jan. 15, 2024 | 7:00 pm | def. Milos Raonic 6-7(6) 6-3 2-0 | Aus. Open (R1) |
| Jan. 17, 2024 | 1:15 pm | vs. Matteo Arnaldi | Aus. Open (R2) |
Alex de Minaur ranking
As of now, Alex de Minaur has reached a career-high ranking in men’s singles, sitting at the prestigious position of world No. 10. This notable achievement reflects the Australian tennis star’s consistent and impressive performances, solidifying his status among the top-ranked players in the men’s singles category. De Minaur’s ascent to the world No. 10 ranking is a testament to his skill, determination, and contributions to the highly competitive world of professional tennis.
