Alex de Minaur, the Australian tennis star, has made a remarkable start to the 2024 season, winning the Acapulco title and maintaining his Top 10 ranking. However, his focus extends beyond his own success, as he prioritizes supporting his girlfriend, Katie Boulter, in her tennis career.
De Minaur’s dedication to Boulter was evident when he skipped his Acapulco victory celebration to catch an early flight to San Diego to witness her compete in the biggest final of her career. His decision was rewarded as Boulter rallied to clinch her second WTA trophy.
De Minaur admits to being “a little bit jealous” of Boulter’s explosive tennis style, which he describes as “smacking winners left and right.” He admires her ability to make the game look effortless, while he has to grind for every point.
Despite his own success, De Minaur remains focused on improving his “boyfriend rankings.” He believes that supporting Boulter’s career is more important than his own ATP ranking.
On Friday, De Minaur extended his winning streak to 16 matches this season with a dominant victory over Taro Daniel at the Indian Wells Masters. He is currently ranked No. 3 in the race to Turin, with notable results including a win over Novak Djokovic and a runner-up finish in Rotterdam.
De Minaur’s impressive start to the year highlights his determination to succeed both on and off the court. His unwavering support for Boulter demonstrates his commitment to their relationship and his belief in her potential as a tennis player.
