It’s Almost Surreal”: Alex de Minaur Opens Up on Playing Against Katie Boulter

In the high-stakes world of professional tennis, emotions and rivalries often take center stage — but few moments are as emotionally layered as facing a loved one across the net. Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur recently opened up about the surreal experience of potentially playing against his girlfriend, British No. 1 Katie Boulter, in an interview that captured attention across the tennis community.

“It’s almost surreal,” de Minaur admitted during a press conference at Wimbledon 2025. “You dream of playing on these courts, competing at the highest level, but you never really imagine doing it opposite someone you care so deeply about.”

The couple, who have been publicly dating since early 2022, have both enjoyed standout seasons on the ATP and WTA tours respectively. Boulter, 28, has risen steadily through the rankings, claiming her first WTA 500 title earlier this year and entering Wimbledon as a seeded player. Meanwhile, de Minaur, 26, has reached new career highs, recently breaking into the Top 10 and making a strong run at Wimbledon before an unfortunate injury forced him to withdraw from the quarterfinals.

The possibility of a mixed doubles matchup between the two was teased early in the tournament, though it never materialized. When asked how they would approach such a match, de Minaur smiled, “It would be incredibly competitive — and probably hilarious. But at the same time, it’s tennis. We’re both professionals. You step onto the court to win, no matter who’s across the net.”

Despite their shared passion for the game, both de Minaur and Boulter have spoken about the importance of keeping their relationship grounded. “We don’t always talk tennis,” Boulter told the BBC in a recent interview. “When we’re off court, we’re just Alex and Katie.”

Fans have taken to the couple’s chemistry and shared moments of support during tournaments. Clips of de Minaur cheering for Boulter and vice versa have gone viral on social media, further fueling admiration for the duo.

As the tennis world continues to speculate on when and if they’ll officially team up on court, one thing is certain: their connection transcends competition. Whether they play side by side or face each other someday, it will be a moment filled with emotion, respect, and a unique kind of surrealism that only love and sport can create.