Tennis fans were left shocked as Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas announced their breakup after a year of dating. The stylish tennis duo, who had been sharing their relationship on social media, decided to part ways before the Mutua Madrid Open.
Badosa and Tsitsipas officially started dating in May 2023, just before the Roland Garros tournament. Despite Badosa having to withdraw from the competition due to a back injury, she stayed in Paris to support Tsitsipas, solidifying their status as a couple.
In a heartfelt message on Instagram, Badosa expressed gratitude for the time they spent together and emphasized the mutual respect they have for each other as they move forward on separate paths. The breakup comes at a challenging time for both players, with Badosa slipping to 126th in the WTA rankings and Tsitsipas dropping out of the top 10 earlier this year.
The absence of Badosa at recent tournaments, including Monte Carlo and Barcelona, where Tsitsipas had notable performances, raised eyebrows among fans who were used to seeing the couple together. Their split marks the end of one of tennis’s most glamorous pairings, reminding fans of the transient nature of personal relationships in the competitive world of professional sports.
As Badosa focuses on her comeback with the support of her physical trainer, David Antona, and Tsitsipas navigates his own challenges on the court, fans will be watching closely to see how both players fare in their respective careers post-breakup.