Ahead of Pride Month, they discussed the positive reaction after coming out as a couple and the latter in particular gave the message that 'everyone should be themselves' as they currently quarantine together in Belgium.

“It went a bit viral,” Van Uytvanck said in a recent phone interview. “Within a day, we ended up with over 1000 new followers. So we were like, ‘What is going on?’

“After the match, we had a lot of people writing us on social media, saying that it was good that we hugged and gave each other a kiss at the net. This was nice, and we had a lot of positive reaction. Later when I was in New York, I met a man who told me he was gay and that I was his inspiration to come out.

“It may not have been nice to have to play each other, but it was nice to have such a positive outcome.”

“On the tour, we weren’t really scared of reactions,” the former World No.37 said of coming out. “I think it happens more in women’s tennis. We may have been more scared about our family and friends in the beginning, but it all went well. We’re just happy, so that’s a good thing.”

“It’s amazing that we could share the same passion, play doubles together, and just be partners on and off the court,” Minnen added. “For us, it’s amazing to do everything together.”

“I think it’s very important for everyone to be themselves and to be open and honest about everything. Whether it’s coming out or just in general, I think everyone should be, not forgiving because it’s not a crime, but everyone should be able to be themselves.”

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