Fiancé Katie Boulter Cheers on Beau Alex de Minaur as He Makes His Way Further into Madrid Open in Style
Alex de Minaur, the world No. 9, continued his impressive clay-court campaign at the 2025 Mutua Madrid Open, advancing to the fourth round with a commanding 6-4, 6-2 victory over Denis Shapovalov on April 26. Cheering from the stands was his fiancée, British No. 1 Katie Boulter, whose enthusiastic support added a heartwarming touch to De Minaur’s stylish performance. The tennis power couple, engaged since December 2024, showcased their unbreakable bond as Boulter celebrated her beau’s every point at the Caja Mágica.
De Minaur’s match was a masterclass in precision and agility. Facing the big-serving Canadian, he neutralized Shapovalov’s power with relentless defense and a stunning backhand winner that drew gasps from the crowd—and a beaming smile from Boulter courtside. “That backhand was Katie-approved!” the Tennis Channel posted on X, sharing a clip of Boulter clapping for the highlight-reel shot. The Aussie converted three of five break points and won 89% of his first-serve points, wrapping up the match in 1 hour and 28 minutes. ]
Boulter, fresh off her own milestone—her first WTA clay-court win against Katerina Siniakova in the first round—has been a constant presence in De Minaur’s player box. Despite her 6-3, 6-4 loss to No. 6 seed Jasmine Paolini in the second round, Boulter stayed in Madrid to support De Minaur, a gesture that echoes their mutual encouragement throughout their five-year relationship. “Her companionship gives me peace,” De Minaur once said, recalling their chance meeting over coffee in 2020 that sparked their romance.
The couple’s dynamic has charmed fans, with moments like Boulter’s playful interruption of De Minaur’s Sky Sports interview earlier in the tournament. Sneaking behind the camera, she shouted, “You’re too good!” prompting laughter from De Minaur and the interviewer. Their lighthearted chemistry, paired with their on-court grit, has made them a fan favorite.
De Minaur’s Madrid run marks a strong start to his clay season, building on his 2024 quarterfinal appearances at Monte Carlo, Roland Garros, and Wimbledon. He next faces either No. 4 seed Daniil Medvedev or qualifier Arthur Fils, with a potential quarterfinal berth at stake. Boulter, meanwhile, is focusing on her clay-court development, aiming to build on her Madrid breakthrough for Roland Garros. “I’m learning to play well on clay,” she told BBC Sport, crediting her training week in Alicante, where De Minaur is based.\
As De Minaur climbs the Madrid draw, Boulter’s cheers are fueling his momentum. “Having Alex there, he’s my support system,” Boulter said at the Australian Open, a sentiment De Minaur clearly reciprocates. With their wedding plans on the horizon and both players eyeing deep runs in the clay season, this tennis power couple is proving love and rivalry can coexist beautifully. []
