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Will Badosa and Tsitsipas' off-court chemistry translate into more victories on the tennis court?

The off-season is blooming for tennis couple Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas. They are savoring their time away from the court after a challenging season. Each secured a title this year—Stefanos at the Monte Carlo Open and Paula at the Citi Open. Despite their busy schedules, they always find ways to be together, both before and during tournaments. Never missing a chance to share their adventures with the TsitsiDosa fans.

Earlier this week, the couple was spotted on a snowy getaway in Iceland. Their social media was filled with playful content as they frolicked in the snow, bundled up against the -4°C chill. On November 22nd, Paula posted a cozy picture of herself in a white winter jacket and beanie, taken by her ATP star boyfriend. She captioned it, “Lost in the endless white 🤍,” calling him her “favorite photographer” for capturing such beautiful moments.

 

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Their adventure kicked off with a visit to Aston Martin’s facility in Gaydon, England, before heading to Iceland. They’ve shared delightful snippets from their travels. Just today, Paula posted a funny video on her Instagram story. Showing Stefanos eating while mimicking a cow in the background, capturing both him and the farm animal in close-ups. Captioned with a number of laughing emojis.

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Fans adore their charming moments together and have watched their relationship blossom since May 2023. Their journey began at Paula’s first major tournament, the Italian Open, and Stefanos Tsitsipas first connected, igniting a spark that would quickly blossom into a romantic relationship. The rest is history! Now a year later, they openly support each other through tough times, proving to be each other’s rock.

Paula opens about Stefanos being there for her when she was really down

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Will Badosa and Tsitsipas' off-court chemistry translate into more victories on the tennis court?

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Paula Badosa’s comeback has been truly inspiring. Once ranked World Number 2, she faced a tough crossroads at just 26, grappling with injuries and inconsistent performances that made her consider retirement. Fortunately, her boyfriend, Stefanos Tsitsipas, provided unwavering support, reigniting her passion for tennis. This encouragement fueled her determination, leading to a remarkable run at the US Open, where she reached the quarterfinals with a decisive 6-1, 6-2 victory over Wang Yafan.

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Later, on November 13th in a candid interview before the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Spain, Badosa reflected on the pivotal role Tsitsipas played during her struggles. She said, “I’ll never forget it. I wasn’t doing well, I wasn’t where I wanted to be. And I told him: I think I’m going to retire this year, I don’t see myself going back to that. And he looked at me with a face like I was crazy and said: ‘You’re going to be back in the top 10 soon.’ I looked at him and said: ‘You love me a lot (laughs).’” This heartfelt moment highlights not just their romantic connection but also Tsitsipas’ steadfast belief in her abilities.

Badosa’s journey has been anything but smooth. After enjoying a successful 2022 season that catapulted her to the top of the WTA rankings, she faced a steep decline due to a chronic back injury that threatened her career. “The low point for me was at the middle of the season. It was really bad,” she admitted. Despite dropping out of the top 50, Badosa’s resilience shone through as she fought her way back. Now that they are taking some well-deserved time off together, do you think we’ll see thie power couple bring their A-game to the tennis courts? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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