By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Monday, December 30, 2024
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Newly engaged Katie Boulter AND Alex de Minaur can share a modified New Year’s party.
That’s because tennis’ top pairing could create fireworks on New Year’s Day.
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Australian no. 1 de Minaur and the British no. 1 Boulter will face off in a United Cup mixed doubles match on New Year’s Day in Sydney.
Facing her fiance will be a physical and emotional battle, Boulter said.
“I mean, it’s a tough situation,” Boulter said after leading Great Britain to a 2-1 win over Argentina in their Group F clash in Sydney. It is difficult.
“(Alex) was smiling when I came off the field because we kept them in it, so he’s happy. I won’t be happy until I win. Yeah, I’m looking forward to a battle.”
The pair became famous mixed doubles partners at Wimbledon 2023.
They will start the New Year as adversaries and leave the court together.
“Look, I don’t know what’s going to happen that day,” Boulter said. “I have to keep my head down and try not to think too much about it, but we’re both going to fight for it.
“We both love it. We’re both competitive. No matter what happens, we’re going to go home happy. That’s all that matters.”
