Marriage, babies, and titles: Katie Boulter and Alex De Minaur’s winning trend

Katie Boulter jokes about the secret to success after Madison Keys’ Grand Slam final and Belinda Bencic’s post-baby title.

Katie Boulter and Alex de Minaur have never shied away from playful banter, and their latest social media exchange was no different. After Belinda Bencic won her first title since giving birth and Madison Keys reached the Australian Open semifinals shortly after getting married, Boulter cheekily tweeted, “Get married = win Slam. Have a baby = win 500.” De Minaur fired back, “You got any ideas you wanna share with me???”

The joke wasn’t entirely baseless. Keys, who married fellow pro Bjorn Fratangelo in December 2023, followed up her wedding with an inspired run to the Australian Open semifinals, nearly securing her first Grand Slam final since 2017. Meanwhile, Bencic, fresh off maternity leave after welcoming her first child in 2023, lifted the WTA 500 title in Abu Dhabi in just her second tournament back.

While there’s no scientific formula for success, the trend has certainly sparked conversation. Boulter and De Minaur, engaged since late 2024, have both enjoyed career-best seasons in recent years. If their lighthearted theory holds any weight, it might not be long before they put it to the test—both on and off the court.

Boulter’s playful comment comes at a time when her own career is on the rise. The British No. 1 recently achieved a career-high ranking, breaking into the top 30 after a strong start to the season, including a deep run at the Australian Open. Meanwhile, De Minaur has firmly established himself in the ATP’s top 10, winning the biggest title of his career at the ATP 500 in Acapulco last year and continuing to build momentum with strong performances against the sport’s elite. With both players riding a wave of success, their lighthearted exchange adds an extra layer of intrigue to what could be a breakout season for the couple.

Inside the Baseline…

In a sport often defined by intense competition, the recent surge of success by Boulter and De Minaur, coupled with their personal milestones, speaks volumes about the impact of balance in life. Their ability to thrive on the court amidst such significant life events challenges the notion that career distractions always derail athletes. In fact, their accomplishments suggest that stability off the court can translate to higher performance levels on it, proving that sometimes, the right combination of personal happiness and professional focus can help in a player’s career.

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