Dec 24 (V7N) - Tennis couple Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter have announced their engagement, delighting fans and fellow players ahead of the 2025 season.

The Australian world number nine and Britain’s top women’s player shared the news on Instagram on Monday, with Boulter showcasing her engagement ring and the caption, "We've been keeping a small secret."

The announcement drew a wave of congratulations from the tennis community, including messages from stars like Paula Badosa and Madison Keys. Australian player Thanasi Kokkinakis humorously commented, "It's about damn time."

Stellar 2024 Seasons

Both de Minaur, 25, and Boulter, 28, had standout seasons in 2024. De Minaur broke into the ATP top 10 for the first time, while Boulter reached a career-high WTA ranking of 23.

The couple, who have been dating for several years, will kick off their 2025 campaigns at the United Cup, a mixed-team tournament in Sydney.

Their engagement adds a celebratory note to their continued rise in the tennis world as they prepare for another promising yearon the court.

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