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In Pictures: Alex de Minaur and girlfriend Katie Boulter escape to Italy for a picturesque vacation with friends and family

Katie Boulter and Alex de Minaur form a powerful couple in the world of tennis. Hailing from opposite sides of the net (Britain for Boulter, Australia for de Minaur), the duo have been together since 2020 and were recently spotted vacationing on the majestic island of Capri in Italy.

The couple was last seen competing at Wimbledon where Boulter suffered a second-round defeat against Harriet Dart. She was however present during the later stages to cheer De Minaur who advanced to the quarter-finals.

Following a hectic schedule on tour, both the players enjoyed some time off in Italy. Alex De Minaur recently took to Instagram to share photos of their vacation which also included his family and Katie's friends.

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World No. 9, De Minaur, reached a career milestone at Wimbledon 2024, advancing to his first quarterfinal. He overcame tough Challengers against James Duckworth, Jamie Munur, Lucas Pouille, and Arthur Fils to make it to the last eight. Unfortunately, a hip injury forced him to withdraw from his highly anticipated match against Novak Djokovic, ending his Wimbledon campaign on a bittersweet note.


Katie Bouler reveals her reaction on receiving an Olympic call-up for Great Britain

Day Four: The Championships - Wimbledon 2024 (Image Source: GETTY)
Day Four: The Championships - Wimbledon 2024 (Image Source: GETTY)

Katie Boulter realizes a lifelong dream as she gears up to represent Great Britain at the upcoming Paris Olympics. Her recent loss at Wimbledon hasn't dampened spirits her as she's already switched gears to clay, the Olympic surface.

Boulter will compete in women's doubles alongside Heather Watson in addition to her singles play. The world number 33 recently recalled the 'special moment' where she received the call to represent Great Britain at the Olympics.

"“I got a phone call from the Head of Women’s Tennis (Iain Bates), and he called me to let me know that I was going to be in the team. I was walking down the street in Loughborough, and I screamed a little bit too loud, so a few people looked at me a little bit strange. I still remember it; it’s going to be a special moment, " said Boulter

Katie Boulter will join a star-studded British team, including Andy Murray, Dan Evans, Joe Salisbury, Jack Draper, and Neal Skupski for the Olympic Games, which kick off on July 26.

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