"I want to be with him as long as he wants": Badosa expresses desire to continue 'incredible' relationship with Tsitsipas
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Badosa spoke about her relationship with Stefanos Tsitsipas and expressed her
hope that it continues for as long as he desires.
The former
world No. 2 recently announced that she has ended her season after withdrawing
from the US Open due to a back injury. Her last tournament was at Wimbledon,
where she was defeated in the second round by Marta Kostyuk.
Despite her
injury, the Spanish tennis player was in New York, supporting her boyfriend
Stefanos Tsitsipas, who suffered an early defeat in the third round against
Dominic Stricker by a score of 5-7, 7-6(2), 7-6(5), 6-7(8), 3-6.
Badosa gave
an interview to SDNA Newsroom and expressed her intention to be with the Greek
player for a long time, highlighting the mutual support they can provide each
other as professional tennis players.
“I want to
be with him as long as he wants. We have an incredible relationship, first of
all, we are best friends and I think that is very important," she said.
"I
play tennis myself, so I understand the moments and the frustration it can
have, the pressure. I just want him to know that I'm here for him. In the weeks
when I won't be able to play, like now, I'll be with him,” Badosa added.
"I
will be honest. He's someone I've always followed, because I really liked his
style of play, but I also liked his appearance because he's a very charming
man," former Indian Wells champion said.
"Also,
when I listened to his interviews I felt that he is different," she added.
"But we never spoke. When we finally started talking, I discovered this
amazing man, with an amazing soul. At first, I didn't expect this, but when I
got to know him better I was really surprised and now I'm very happy that we
are together," Badosa concluded.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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