Katie Boulter and Alex de Minaur celebrated a remarkable synchronized achievement by winning titles on the same weekend.
Boulter secured her first WTA 500 title at the San Diego Open, defeating Marta Kostyuk 5-7, 6-2, 6-2. Meanwhile, de Minaur successfully defended his title at the ATP 500 Mexican Open in Acapulco, overcoming Casper Ruud in straight sets.
The couple’s triumphs have drawn significant attention not only for their individual successes but also for their mutual support and dedication. De Minaur, after finishing his match in Acapulco late at night, took an early morning flight to San Diego to cheer on Boulter in her final. His presence and support were highlighted in Boulter victory speech, where she jokingly “embarrassed” him by acknowledging his effort to be there.
Their dual victories have propelled their rankings, with Boulter reaching a career-high of No. 27 in the WTA rankings, while de Minaur remains in the ATP’s Top 10.
This achievement has placed them among notable tennis couples like Lleyton Hewitt and Kim Clijsters, and Jimmy Connors and Chris Evert, who also won titles on the same weekend in the past .
Their shared success has also sparked discussions about equality in tennis, particularly regarding prize money. Boulter title earned her significantly less than de Minaur’s, highlighting ongoing disparities in the sport despite efforts to bridge the gap at major events Following their victories, the couple has moved on to compete in the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, where they continue to support each other and build on their recent successes.
Their story has resonated with fans and fellow players, who have praised their dedication both on and off the court
