In a moment that could rival any Hollywood romance, American tennis star Tommy Paul turned a rainy forecast into a fairy-tale engagement with his longtime girlfriend, Paige Lorenze. The 28-year-old, ranked No. 16 in the ATP, proposed to the lifestyle influencer and Dairy Boy founder on a picturesque Nantucket beach in July 2025, just days after a disappointing second-round exit at Wimbledon. The heartfelt gesture, meticulously planned despite weather challenges and a recent injury, has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, proving that love can outshine even the toughest moments on the court.
Paul, speaking during the 2025 Cincinnati Open, shared the charming details of his proposal, revealing how he navigated unexpected hurdles to create a perfect moment. “Her family does vacation in Nantucket every year, and I was going to do it at the beach, but I checked the weather literally three days before I went there, and I was like, ‘It’s raining every day, this is not going to be good,’” he recounted with a laugh. Undeterred, Paul devised a backup plan, enlisting Lorenze’s friends to orchestrate a surprise. “I ended up renting a little cottage in Nantucket for a night and had her friends tell her that we were going to a pregame,” he explained. The setup culminated in a beautifully staged moment where Paul delivered his heartfelt “spiel” and got down on one knee, a gesture that left Lorenze emotional and overjoyed. “I didn’t want to take over her family vacation, but I guess I did,” he quipped, acknowledging the way his proposal became the highlight of the trip.
The engagement, announced on Instagram on July 13, 2025, featured dreamy photos of the couple on the beach, dressed in coordinated white outfits. Lorenze, 27, wore a delicate lace dress with floral details, while Paul opted for a crisp white button-down and dark jeans, both barefoot in the sand. A close-up of Lorenze’s eight-carat emerald-cut diamond ring, estimated to be worth $600,000, sparkled in the golden sunlight, symbolizing their new chapter. “Forever 🤍,” the couple captioned their joint post, which drew congratulations from tennis stars like Coco Gauff and celebrities like Jake Paul’s fiancée, Jutta Leerdam. Lorenze later shared on her Instagram Stories, “The amount of thought and love Tommy put into these past few days makes me want to cry all over again. I feel so incredibly lucky. He planned everything so thoughtfully, every detail, every surprise surrounded by my favorite things and the people I love the most.”
The proposal wasn’t without its challenges. Paul, who had been battling a ruptured foot tendon, made a bold choice to remove his medical boot for the occasion. “After Wimbledon, I went into a boot for two weeks, which wasn’t ideal, but I took the boot off when I got engaged, when I bent the knee,” he revealed, highlighting his determination to make the moment perfect. Lorenze, unaware of the proposal, was stunned by Paul’s effort, especially given his injury. The celebration continued at CRU Oyster Bar in Nantucket, where guests enjoyed a custom menu featuring lobster rolls, caviar cones, and pistachio soft serve, adding a festive touch to the intimate gathering.
Paul and Lorenze, who began dating in 2022 after meeting at the US Open, have become one of tennis’s most beloved couples. Lorenze, a former competitive skier turned entrepreneur, has been a constant presence at Paul’s matches, from the 2023 Australian Open semifinals to Wimbledon 2025. Her support extends beyond the stands, as she encourages Paul’s self-care routines, like using sunscreen and moisturizer, and even takes to the court herself. “She plays pretty good, she has the strokes down,” Paul admitted, though he jokingly noted that his reluctance to play tennis with her during downtime has become a “sore subject.”
This engagement marks a personal triumph for Paul, whose 2025 season has been marred by injuries, including an abdominal strain and the foot tendon rupture. Despite these setbacks, his proposal to Lorenze showcases his resilience and ability to find joy off the court. As he prepares for the Washington Open, where he’ll compete alongside top players like Taylor Fritz and Daniil Medvedev, Paul carries the glow of this milestone. For Lorenze, the moment was “dreamlike,” surrounded by love and meticulously planned details. As the couple steps into their future together, their beachside proposal stands as a testament to their shared dreams, proving that sometimes, the biggest victories happen far from the spotlight of the court.
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