Paula Badosa continues to shine at the 2025 Australian Open. She fought through her matches at the tournament, advancing to the fourth round with a hard-fought victory over Marta Kostyuk in a thrilling three-set battle, 6-4, 4-6, 6-3. The Spaniard showcased her mental toughness and resilience, traits that have defined her comeback after a year plagued by injury. Now adding to the excitement, she has reached her first Australian Open quarterfinals, winning against Olga Danilovic on Sudnday. All this while her boyfriend Stefanos Tsitsipas has been more than just a spectator.

In her third-round clash against Marta Kostyuk at the 2025 Australian Open, Badosa brought both drama and humor to the court. After winning the first set 6-4, she fell behind 0-5 in the second, venting her frustration with animated gestures toward her player box, which many thought were aimed at her boyfriend. Ever supportive, Tsitsipas urged her to “calm down,” but after sealing a hard-fought 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 victory, Badosa clarified the moment in her on-court interview.

“I was saying that to my coach honestly, but he was very supportive, giving me amazing tips,” she explained. “Going for it, being aggressive, he was supporting me every point. I think he was more nervous than me, but I really appreciate his support.” Stefanos’ presence behind her coach made a difference, earning him a spot in the coach’s box for her next match. The lighthearted moments continued in her fourth-round match against Olga Danilovic.

After dominating the first set 6-1, fans noticed Tsitsipas stress-eating in the coach’s box during a tense second set. One X user quipped: “Our handsome young hero Stef Tsitsi is stress eating 😍 @AustralianOpen Former Finalist & 3-time semi finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas is in the house, literally roasting in the sun 🍳.” Despite his nerves, Badosa kept her composure to close out the match and secure a spot in the quarterfinals for the first time since 2022.

However, while Stefanos could eat his stress away, Badosa focused on bringing her A-game to the court. She admitted to initially facing nerves, but conquered them as she played.

Paula Badosa gets candid about facing nerves head-on

On January 19, she showcased her impressive form, defeating Serbia’s Olga Danilovic with a score of 6-1, 7-6(2). The 27-year-old Spaniard dominated the opening set, but Danilovic fought back in the second. Despite being down 2-5, Badosa unleashed some incredible shots to thwart her opponent’s comeback and secure her place in the last eight. With this victory, she not only advances closer to the Melbourne Park title but also climbs to No. 10(from No. 12) in the live rankings.

Despite her calm demeanor during the match, Badosa admitted to feeling the pressure in her post-match interview. “I entered super nervous. Today was an opportunity and I tried to stay focused. I think I played really well, especially at the start. Then I was so calm. I almost didn’t recognize myself,” she reflected after her victory over Danilovic.

Looking ahead, the Spaniard faces a formidable challenge against No. 3 seed Coco Gauff in what promises to be an exciting quarterfinal showdown. Their rivalry is intense, with their encounters tied at 3-3. As she prepares for this pivotal match on January 21, Badosa carries the momentum of her recent performances and the support of her boyfriend, Stefanos Tsitsipas, courtside. With just three wins standing between her and her maiden Grand Slam title, could she pull off a surprise upset?