Paula Badosa shares heartwarming message to boyfriend Stefanos Tsitsipas after Dubai win Blog By celebrityinfo.online On Mar 3, 2025 0 Share - Advertisement - Stefanos Tsitsipas Clinches First ATP 500 Title in Dubai as Paula Badosa Celebrates His Triumph Stefanos Tsitsipas secured his maiden ATP 500 title with a commanding victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Dubai Championships final. The 26-year-old needed just under 90 minutes to claim his first trophy of the year, sealing the win with a powerful ace on match point. - Advertisement - Tsitsipas had fallen short in all 11 of his previous ATP 500 finals, including two defeats in Dubai against Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer in 2019 and 2020. Determined to break the streak, he delivered a dominant 6-3, 6-3 performance to finally get over the line. His victory also marks a return to the world’s top 10 for the first time in 10 months. - Advertisement - Badosa’s Heartfelt Tribute Paula Badosa, who has been in a relationship with Tsitsipas for nearly two years, was quick to celebrate his achievement. Taking to Instagram, she shared a picture of him lifting the trophy with the caption: “Once a champ, always a champ.” Meanwhile, Tsitsipas admitted that winning in Dubai after two previous final defeats brought him a sense of relief. - Advertisement - “It’s a big relief to finally hold that trophy after my third attempt,” he said. “It was always in the back of my mind, and I’m happy to say I accomplished it. “Being back in the top 10 is one of the greatest feelings a tennis player can experience. It comes with hard work and sacrifices, but I’m in a place where I can truly celebrate.” A Meaningful Dedication Before his semi-final win over Tallon Griekspoor, Tsitsipas took to Instagram to dedicate the match to the victims of a tragic train crash in Greece two years ago, which claimed 57 lives. - Advertisement - Speaking about his tribute after his title-winning performance, Tsitsipas reflected on his role as a public figure and the power of sport to unite people. “I feel a responsibility as a spokesperson for my country through sport,” he said. “I want to set good examples for the younger generation and provide a sense of solace and unity through my platform.” With his long-awaited ATP 500 title now secured, Tsitsipas will be looking to build on this momentum as he aims for further success on the ATP Tour. - Advertisement - 0 Share FacebookTwitterGoogle+ReddItWhatsAppPinterestEmail