The 2025 Wimbledon Championships, with its pristine courts and electric atmosphere, has delivered more than just thrilling tennis this year. Off the court, the tennis world is reeling from the news that Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas, the sport’s beloved power couple dubbed “Tsitsidosa,” have ended their high-profile relationship for the second time. The split, which comes on the heels of their shocking first-round exits at Wimbledon, has cast a shadow over their once-vibrant romance, leaving fans and insiders reflecting on the pressures of love and professional tennis.
Badosa, the WTA world No. 9, and Tsitsipas, the ATP world No. 26, first captured hearts in May 2023 when their relationship went public during the French Open. Their chemistry was undeniable, marked by playful social media posts, a shared Spotify playlist, and a joint Instagram account that amassed over 87,000 followers. The couple’s charm and openness earned them the affectionate nickname “Tsitsidosa,” but their journey has been far from smooth. After a brief split in May 2024, they reconciled within weeks, with Tsitsipas calling Badosa “my person” and praising her unwavering support. “I realized that this relationship I have with Paula is completely different from any other relationship I have had in the past,” he said, hinting at the depth of their bond.
Yet, the demands of their careers appear to have taken a toll. Both players faced devastating losses at Wimbledon 2025, with Tsitsipas retiring mid-match against qualifier Valentin Royer due to a chronic back injury, trailing 3-6, 2-6. Badosa, meanwhile, fell to Britain’s Katie Boulter in a hard-fought three-setter, 6-2, 3-6, 6-4. The emotional weight of these defeats, coupled with ongoing injury struggles, seems to have pushed their relationship to the breaking point. “The breakup just happened. They both lost in the first round in London and everything has come together for them,” a source close to the couple revealed, emphasizing the impact of their professional setbacks.
The split was first hinted at when fans noticed the couple had unfollowed each other on Instagram, a digital telltale sign in modern romance. Tsitsipas removed all traces of Badosa from his social media, including a recent video of them engaging in a playful food challenge comparing Greek and Spanish dishes. Badosa, too, cleared most shared content from her profile, leaving only a couple of posts featuring Tsitsipas. The move was a stark contrast to their earlier displays of affection, like when Tsitsipas quipped, “I believe it’s honestly one of the best feelings to be sharing the court with Paula,” during a discussion about their mixed doubles partnership.
Despite the heartbreak, the breakup is described as amicable, with no third parties or family influences involved. “It’s a healthy breakup,” the source noted, adding that “ghosts from the past have returned, marked by the injuries they have both suffered.” Badosa has been battling a persistent back injury since 2023, which forced her to retire from a match in Berlin and has led her to contemplate an early retirement. Tsitsipas, too, has been grappling with a back issue, describing his Wimbledon exit as part of “the most difficult situation” of his career. “I’m battling many wars these days. It’s really painful to see myself in a situation like this,” he confessed, his voice heavy with frustration.
The couple’s history is one of passion and resilience. After their 2024 split, they rekindled their romance, with Tsitsipas admitting, “I was feeling the pressure of the tour, of my work. It seemed like a mountain to combine these two.” Their reunion culminated in a mixed doubles appearance at the 2024 French Open and plans to play together at the upcoming US Open. Now, with those plans in question, fans are left wondering if the pair can maintain their professional synergy. Badosa’s earlier words echo poignantly: “This reminds me a lot of the story of Maria Sharapova and Grigor Dimitrov, where you meet the right person but maybe in the wrong moment.”
As Wimbledon continues, the tennis world mourns the end of “Tsitsidosa” while rooting for both players to find their footing. Their story, marked by love, loss, and the relentless demands of the sport, serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between personal and professional life in the high-stakes world of tennis.
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