The 2026 US Open has brought the world’s best tennis players to New York, and while the competition on the court is fierce, many of these athletes have equally compelling stories off it. From high school sweethearts who have been together for decades to newer romances that have captured the sports world’s attention, the partners of tennis’s biggest stars play an essential role in their success.
Some couples have marked major milestones in 2026—engagements and weddings that have given fans plenty to celebrate. Others have been together so long they’ve become fixtures in players’ boxes at tournaments around the world. Here’s a look inside the love lives of tennis’s biggest names.
Novak Djokovic and Jelena Djokovic
For Novak Djokovic, his relationship with wife Jelena is the only serious romance he’s ever had. The couple met at school in their home country of Serbia and began dating as teenagers. Djokovic has called Jelena his “high school love” and noted that they’ve grown together over more than two decades.
Their relationship began with long-distance challenges. While Novak was establishing his tennis career and training in Monte Carlo, Jelena studied at Bocconi University in Milan. Both were young and without much money, which made their early relationship a test of commitment.
They got engaged in 2013 after eight years of dating and married on July 10, 2014, in Montenegro—less than a week after Djokovic won his second Wimbledon championship. Today, the couple shares two children: son Stefan, born in 2014, and daughter Tara, who arrived in 2017.
Jelena has been a constant presence in Djokovic’s career. In 2024, the entire family watched him win his first Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games. When asked about the sacrifices required in their relationship, Djokovic has acknowledged that leaving his family for tournaments remains “painful,” but he credits Jelena for keeping their household together and supporting their children during his absence.
“She’s been my girlfriend, fiancée, and my wife for more than 20 years,” Djokovic has said. “I’m eternally grateful for her love, her support, the relationship that has evolved over the years.”
Daniil Medvedev and Daria Medvedeva
Daniil Medvedev and his wife Daria Medvedeva first met in 2014 as teenagers playing competitive tennis. They married in 2018, and Daria has been a constant presence in Medvedev’s players’ box ever since.
Medvedev has called Daria “one of the most important members of my team.” The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Alisa, in 2022, and surprised fans with the announcement of their second child, daughter Victoria (who goes by Vika), in January 2025.
Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman
Ben Shelton and soccer star Trinity Rodman have become one of the most talked-about couples in sports. The pair hard-launched their relationship on Instagram in March 2025, and since then, they’ve been a consistent presence supporting one another.
Rodman, who plays for the Washington Spirit and the U.S. national team, has been spotted in Shelton’s players’ box at tournaments including Wimbledon, the BMW Open in Munich, and most recently, the 2026 US Open. At Shelton’s second-round match at the US Open, Rodman wore a shirt that read “I ♥️ MY BOYFRIEND.”
Shelton has said that having a partner who understands the demands of professional sports has been invaluable. “It’s very important to have a partner who understands all the same things, knows when to support, what to say in tough moments—is selfless enough to be there for me in my moments and actually enjoy my big moments and vice versa.”
The couple has mutual admiration for each other’s athletic careers. Rodman has reportedly become a tennis fan, watching Shelton’s matches and even learning to play. Shelton has returned the favor by attending Rodman’s soccer games, despite not being a huge soccer fan before their relationship.
Shelton also revealed that Rodman’s resilience through injury and adversity has been “pretty inspiring” to him. “Her path to being a professional athlete and being one of the best soccer players in the world hasn’t been easy, and she’s dealt with more adversity than me,” he said.
Frances Tiafoe and Ayan Broomfield
Frances Tiafoe and Ayan Broomfield have been together since 2015, making their relationship one of the longer-lasting ones on the tour. Broomfield is a former professional tennis player who made her debut around the same time Tiafoe was starting his career.
“It’s been quite a rollercoaster of 10 years,” Broomfield has said. “I adore him, he’s my life partner and I’m just so glad to have him in my life.”
Broomfield has said that Tiafoe’s positive attitude is one of the things she appreciates most. “He’s a really light-hearted and positive person, so I don’t really have to help him out with that at all,” she said.
Aryna Sabalenka and Georgios Frangulis
Aryna Sabalenka and Brazilian entrepreneur Georgios Frangulis got engaged in March 2026 after nearly two years of dating. Frangulis, the founder of Oakberry, proposed by a swimming pool surrounded by candles and flowers.
“You & me, forever ♾️ 3.3.26 💍🤍,” Sabalenka wrote on Instagram announcing the engagement.
Sabalenka had hinted at her desire for an engagement earlier in the year. After winning the Brisbane International in January 2026, she thanked her boyfriend on court and added, “Hopefully soon I can call you something else.”
The current World No. 1 also requested a specific ring size, wanting a diamond that could be spotted even during night matches. “Fortunately, there is no rule against big, blinding baubles on the tennis court—even if they might lead to another hindrance call,” she joked.
Sabalenka has said that Frangulis reminds her of her late father, Sergey Sabalenka, who died unexpectedly of meningitis in 2019. “I see a little bit of my father in him, and I absolutely love it.” The couple is planning to wed in Greece during the summer of 2027.
Tommy Paul and Paige Paul
Tommy Paul and influencer Paige Paul (formerly Paige Lorenze) married on July 14, 2026, at Old Westbury Gardens on Long Island, New York. The couple had been together since 2022 and got engaged during a beachside trip to Nantucket in July 2025.
The wedding was attended by several of Paul’s fellow ATP Tour stars, with Reilly Opelka serving as best man and Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe among the groomsmen. Paul admitted that the emotion of the day caught him off guard.
“I couldn’t hold back my emotions,” Paul said. “I didn’t think I was gonna cry. I was standing up there and my whole legs were just tweaking out. But the day was amazing… Paige walking down the aisle—that’s something that I’ll never forget.”
Paige wore a Carolina Herrera wedding gown because she wanted to wear an American fashion house on her wedding day, while Tommy chose a custom double-breasted Burberry suit. After the ceremony, the couple honeymooned in Nantucket, where Paige had wanted to visit, and Tommy made sure to include some fishing.
Jessica Pegula and Taylor Gahagen
Jessica Pegula and Taylor Gahagen have been together for years. The couple got engaged and planned to marry in 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic delayed their wedding. Gahagen has been involved with Pegula’s business ventures and foundation work, including the Pegula Family Foundation.
Grigor Dimitrov and Eiza González
Grigor Dimitrov and actress Eiza González publicly confirmed their relationship on Instagram in May 2025. The couple has been seen supporting each other at various events, with González making appearances at Dimitrov’s tennis matches.
Coco Gauff and Jalen Sera
Coco Gauff has kept her relationship with Jalen Sera relatively private, but the two have been together since 2023. The couple went Instagram official in June 2025, and Sera has been seen supporting Gauff at tournaments, including the 2023 US Open where she won her first Grand Slam title.
Interestingly, Sera’s connection to Gauff’s family goes back years—Gauff’s mother, Candi, was Sera’s fourth-grade teacher in Atlanta. “My mom always said, if they’re bad in school, they’re probably bad as adults… He’s always been a smart, nice kid,” Candi said.
Gauff has credited Sera with helping her stay calm during high-pressure moments. Before her 2023 US Open final, she called him late at night when she started to feel anxious. “Last night, I started a little bit, but honestly, I just called my boyfriend, and I told him let’s talk until it’s time to go to sleep, so we spoke until 1:00 a.m. and then I went to sleep.”
Unlike many tennis partners, Sera is not involved in the sport. He’s pursuing creative interests, including acting and music. “This is my first real relationship,” Gauff has said. “To just have someone to talk to who is not involved in tennis at all gives me a fresh perspective.”
Madison Keys and Bjorn Fratangelo
Madison Keys and Bjorn Fratangelo tied the knot at the end of 2024, and their marriage started on a high note when Keys won her first Grand Slam title at the 2025 Australian Open just weeks later—with Fratangelo serving as her coach.
Fratangelo is a former professional tennis player himself, and his experience has been valuable in Keys’ career. “It’s been absolutely amazing getting to travel together,” Keys said. “This life can be so hard and stressful and isolating. Being able to get to work together, travel together, actually see each other, has been a huge blessing.”
The couple has also faced lighter challenges off the court. Keys has admitted to having a renovation “bug” that Fratangelo has jokingly threatened to curb. “My husband has threatened that if I try to renovate any more parts of our house, I will be thrown out of our house, which is fair because for the last two years, I think it’s been 18 months of construction at our house.”
What These Tennis Couples Have in Common
Several themes emerge among these tennis power couples. Many partners understand the demands of professional sport, either through their own athletic backgrounds or through years of supporting their significant others. Some relationships began before fame arrived, creating a foundation of shared history. Most importantly, these partners often become part of the tournament routine—attending matches, traveling together, and providing emotional support through both victories and defeats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the partners of the biggest tennis stars?
Novak Djokovic is married to Jelena Djokovic, his high school sweetheart. Ben Shelton is dating soccer star Trinity Rodman. Coco Gauff is in a relationship with Jalen Sera. Aryna Sabalenka is engaged to Georgios Frangulis. Tommy Paul married Paige Paul in July 2026. Madison Keys is married to Bjorn Fratangelo.
Who is Novak Djokovic married to?
Novak Djokovic is married to Jelena Djokovic, his high school sweetheart from Serbia. They began dating as teenagers, got engaged in 2013, and married in July 2014. They have two children together.
Who is Coco Gauff dating?
Coco Gauff is dating Jalen Sera. The couple has been together since 2023, and Sera has been seen supporting Gauff at tournaments including her 2023 US Open win. Sera is pursuing creative interests including acting and music.
Who is Ben Shelton dating?
Ben Shelton is dating soccer star Trinity Rodman. The couple hard-launched their relationship on Instagram in March 2025 and have been supporting each other’s careers ever since. Rodman plays for the Washington Spirit and the U.S. national team.
Who is Aryna Sabalenka’s fiancé?
Aryna Sabalenka is engaged to Brazilian entrepreneur Georgios Frangulis, the founder of Oakberry. The couple got engaged in March 2026 after nearly two years of dating and are planning to wed in Greece during the summer of 2027.
Who is Tommy Paul’s wife?
Tommy Paul married Paige Paul (formerly Paige Lorenze) on July 14, 2026, at Old Westbury Gardens on Long Island, New York. The couple had been together since 2022.
Which tennis stars are married?
Several tennis stars are married, including Novak Djokovic to Jelena Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev to Daria Medvedeva, Tommy Paul to Paige Paul, Madison Keys to Bjorn Fratangelo, and Jessica Pegula to Taylor Gahagen.