Daily Dose of Social Media: Alcaraz and Tsitsipas talk about their first kiss; Sabalenka & Swiatek dazzle at Doha Players Party

The ATP stars took part in a fun Q&A video where they talked about their first kiss and their first breakups in their love lives. In a new Daily Dose of Social Media, Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka did a joint interview.

Meanwhile, Serena Williams made an appearance at the Super Bowl, while WTA stars attended the Players Party at the Qatar Open, including Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, and Elena Rybakina.

ATP players share their first heartbreaks—except one who never had one

ATP stars took part in a fun Q&A video at the Rotterdam Open, where they revealed never-before-shared details about their personal lives. They delighted fans with stories ranging from their first kiss to their first heartbreak.

One of the most surprising answers came from Stefanos Tsitsipas, who admitted he had his first kiss at 21—much later than Matteo Berrettini, who had his at just 12. Meanwhile, Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard gave a comical response, saying his first kiss was with his mother.

When asked about their first "bagel set," Tsitsipas misunderstood the question and responded that he had his first sandwich in Greece. Fans also learned that Mpetshi Perricard has never experienced heartbreak, as he revealed that he has never had a breakup or had his heart broken. Carlos Alcaraz and Arthur Fils also participated in the interview. Watch the full video below!

Heartbreak for Pouille: Forced to retire mid-match due to serious injury

Lucas Pouille suffered a serious Achilles tendon injury at the Lille Challenger, which could mark the end of his professional career. The French player experienced a difficult moment, as he was forced to leave the court in a wheelchair after the injury. Pouille stated that if the rupture is complete, it would mean the end of his career.

The match was against his compatriot Arthur Bouquier. At the time of the unfortunate incident, Pouille was trailing 6-3 in the first set but leading 5-3 in the second, which he was unable to finish.

The former world No. 10 reached the Australian Open semifinals in 2019, won the Davis Cup in 2017, and has five ATP titles to his name. Now 30 years old, his future in the sport remains uncertain. Watch the emotional moment below.

Serena Williams makes a lively Super Bowl entrance

Former American tennis star Serena Williams was spotted joyfully running across the Super Bowl field in a black tracksuit, waving to the crowd and spreading excitement among her fans, who gave her a warm ovation ahead of the highly anticipated game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs.

This isn't the first time Williams has been linked to the Super Bowl. In 2023, she starred in a Michelob Ultra beer commercial, playing a fierce bowler in a parody of the movie Caddyshack. Watch the moment below.

Sabalenka & Pegula pose with a fan ahead of Doha Open debut

Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula took a lovely photo with a fan while training for their Doha Open debut. The two players have faced each other eight times, with Sabalenka winning six of those encounters. Their most recent match took place at the 2024 US Open, where the Belarusian and current World No. 1 won 7-5, 7-5.

Sabalenka is preparing for her upcoming match against E. Aleksandrova, scheduled for Tuesday, February 11. Meanwhile, Pegula awaits the winner of the clash between Markéta Vondroušová and Elina Svitolina, set to take place on Monday. Check out the photo below.

Badosa teases Sabalenka about making WTA more exciting

Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa delighted their fans with a fun conversation in which they discussed the differences between men's and women's tennis. The players explained that women’s tennis is more unpredictable, as it is harder to determine the winner of each match compared to the men’s tour, where expectations are clearer, and results are often more predictable.

They highlighted how the unpredictability adds excitement, comparing it to watching a movie—where not knowing the ending makes it more enjoyable. Badosa even jokingly told Sabalenka that she hopes she starts losing to make things more entertaining, to which Sabalenka laughed and replied that she would definitely be kicked off the podcast.

Recently, Sabalenka kept her promise to Badosa and gifted her a piece of jewelry in a moment shared on social media. The World No. 1 had eliminated her close friend in the Australian Open semifinals and wanted to find a way to ‘earn her forgiveness’ after Badosa’s heartbreaking loss, which had denied her a first major final. Check out the funny moment below.

Fashion on display: WTA stars make a statement at Doha Players Party

Last night, the Doha Players Party took place, where the WTA stars showcased their best outfits, leaving fans in awe. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka opted for a beige two-piece ensemble that perfectly complemented her tan.

Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek wore a black midi dress with a pleated skirt and flat shoes. Her outfit didn’t stand out as much, as it closely resembled what she wore last year—a Saint Laurent black midi dress made of viscose, valued at $1,965, paired with black patent leather slingback flats from the same brand, priced at $925.

Another player who caught attention was Elena Rybakina, who chose a more modest look with a beige jacket and trousers, along with subtle makeup that stayed true to her signature style. Despite its simplicity, her outfit was still praised by fans. Check out the described looks below.

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