Alex de Minaur has stirred the pot with a playful jab at his rivals while teaming up with his fiancée, Katie Boulter, for the upcoming US Open mixed doubles event in August 2025. The Australian No. 1, ranked No. 11, confirmed their intent to compete together during a press conference at the Mubadala Citi DC Open on July 23, 2025, in Washington, D.C., where he’s currently competing. With a cheeky grin, de Minaur remarked, “I’ve watched enough of my rivals’ games to know their weaknesses—now I get to exploit them with Katie by my side,” a clear nod to pairs like Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu, who are also eyeing the event. His comment reflects confidence in their partnership, leveraging his knowledge of the tour against competitors.
De Minaur and Boulter, engaged since December 2024 after nearly five years together, have shown strong on-court chemistry, reaching the Wimbledon second round in 2023. Their decision to team up again comes as they seek wildcard entries, with their combined singles ranking of 53 falling short of the top eight automatic spots based on July 28 rankings. De Minaur’s quip also hints at a competitive edge, especially after his recent Wimbledon fourth-round run and Boulter’s solid 2025 season, including a San Diego Open title. As they prepare, de Minaur’s jab adds a layer of intrigue to their US Open bid, blending rivalry with romance at 09:59 AM WAT on July 24, 2025.
