“Paula Badosa replied 3 seconds later” – Stefanos Tsitsipas reveals first exchange that sparked their romance despite Spaniard’s ‘dilemma’
Stefanos Tsitsipas Shares How Paula Badosa’s Quick Reply Sparked Their Romance
Stefanos Tsitsipas, the No. 10 seed at the French Open 2025, revealed the charming story of how his romance with Paula Badosa began, highlighting her lightning-fast response to his initial message. In an interview with Tennis.com at Roland Garros, Tsitsipas recounted sliding into Badosa’s DMs with a simple, “Hey, you’re playing well!” after being struck by her performance. “Paula replied 3 seconds later,” he said, laughing. “I was like, ‘Wow, that’s quick!’ It showed she was interested.” Despite her swift reply, Badosa faced a “dilemma” due to her reluctance to date another tennis player, given the sport’s demanding schedule and scrutiny, as she later shared with The Athletic.
The couple, dubbed “Tsitsidosa” by fans, confirmed their relationship in June 2023 after months of speculation, fueled by their public appearances and social media interactions. Tsitsipas noted that their bond grew through shared experiences on tour, with Badosa appreciating his humor and “Greek charm.” However, Badosa admitted to hesitating initially, telling The Guardian, “I didn’t want to date someone in tennis—it’s a tough lifestyle. But Stefanos was persistent, and I couldn’t resist.” Their chemistry was evident at Roland Garros 2025, where they competed in mixed doubles, reaching the quarter-finals before losing to Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton.
Tsitsipas, who fell to Andrey Rublev in the French Open third round (6-4, 6-7(3), 6-3, 6-2), praised Badosa’s resilience after her first-round win over Naomi Osaka (7-5, 4-6, 6-3). Badosa, ranked No. 35, reached the third round before losing to Aryna Sabalenka. Posts on X, like @TennisHypeMedia’s, celebrated their “rizz” and chemistry, sharing clips of their playful Roland Garros interview. Despite Badosa’s initial reservations, their romance has flourished, with Tsitsipas crediting her quick reply as the spark that ignited their now-iconic partnership, balancing love and competition on the global stage.
