Days after heartbreaking Wimbledon injury revelation, Paula Badosa shares how her life has been lately amid recovery

Days after her emotional Wimbledon 2025 first-round exit due to a worsening injury, Paula Badosa has shared a candid update on her life and recovery process. The 27-year-old Spaniard, who lost to Katie Boulter on July 1 in a three-set battle (6-2, 3-6, 6-4), revealed on July 14 via Instagram that she’s been grappling with a psoas tear—a lower back muscle injury—since before the tournament. This setback has forced her out of competition for several weeks, casting doubt on her title defense at the Citi DC Open and her US Open mixed doubles pairing with Stefanos Tsitsipas.

In her post, Badosa described the period as “really challenging times,” admitting to feelings of being trapped in a “tunnel without an exit.” Despite the hardship, she emphasized her resilience, stating, “If there’s one thing I’ve always shown, it’s that I never stop fighting.” She expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans, which she says sustains her during this tough phase. The injury, compounded by a history of back issues—including a 2023 stress fracture and recent cortisone injections—has tested her physically and mentally, especially after a promising Australian Open semifinal run earlier this year.

Badosa’s update comes amid rumors of a breakup with Tsitsipas, following their unfollowing each other on Instagram after Wimbledon, though she hasn’t addressed this directly. Her focus remains on recovery, with hopes of returning for the US Open in late August, though the timeline remains uncertain given the injury’s severity. Fans have rallied around her, with many noting her determination to overcome yet another obstacle in a career marked by both brilliance and setbacks.