- Tennis stars are renowned for their dedication to the sport
- These athletes endure rigorous training schedules, and demanding tournament circuits
- Vacations offer a chance to spend quality time with loved ones
Tennis stars are renowned for their dedication to the sport, but they also understand the importance of taking time for vacations.
These athletes endure rigorous training schedules, demanding tournament circuits, and constant pressure to perform at the highest level. Vacationing provides them with much-needed rest and recovery, allowing their bodies and minds to recharge.
It also offers a chance to spend quality time with loved ones, explore new destinations, and step away from the intense spotlight of professional tennis. Balancing work and leisure is crucial for their overall well-being and sustained success in a highly competitive field. So, where do these tennis stars vacation when on break? Let’s take a look.
NOVAK DJOKOVIC
Nova Djokovic is renowned for seizing moments of relaxation amidst his globetrotting tennis career, often selecting specific destinations for his getaways. Following his Wimbledon final defeat, Djokovic and his family were seen vacationing in the picturesque city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. The Maldives, known as a favored retreat for tennis luminaries, is another destination Djokovic frequents. His vacation list also extends to the Azores and Marbella, showcasing his affinity for sun-drenched beaches and azure waters during well-deserved breaks.
PAULA BADOSA AND STEFANOS TSITSIPAS
Paula Badosa and Stefanos Tsitsipas. Photo/People Magazine
The Mexican WTA tennis star doesn’t hide her admiration for the Greek culture. Badosa who is currently dating the Greek went for a vacation in Greece amid breakup rumours. It is this vacation that proved naysayers wrong and ascertained that they are still together.
Badosa experienced her first visit to her boyfriend Tsitsipas’ home country in style and she did not hold back from expressing her love for Greek culture and its similarities to Spanish culture. In fact, she is eager to learn more about it. Tsitsipas has a penchant for enjoying holidays in Greece, frequently sharing photos from Aegean boat trips.
RAFAEL NADAL
Spanish-born tennis star Rafael Nadal, a native of Mallorca, often enjoys staycations in Manacor and nearby beaches. He doesn’t hide his love for Spain as much as he has the means to explore other world-class tourist destinations in the world.
Nonetheless, he recently traveled to Greece, where he visited the Ionian Islands, taking his luxury yacht “Beethoven” to Corfu and reportedly also visited the Maldives’ private resort island of Kudadoo.
FRANCES TIAFOE
In contrast, Frances Tiafoe avoids the Maldives for holidays, fearing it will be filled with tennis players. Instead, he prefers destinations like Turks and Caicos and enjoys spending time in his hometown, Washington DC, with his girlfriend. Tiafoe appreciates not running into fellow players during his vacation.
NICK KYRGIOS
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios, who has faced an extended period of injury-induced absence from the tennis scene, has made the most of his time off by embarking on several vacations.
He jetted off to the Bahamas alongside his girlfriend Costeen Hatzi in the lead-up to the 2022 US Open. The couple’s wanderlust has taken them to various exotic destinations, including Dubai and Paris.
Kyrgios, known for his strong ties to his family, also opts for vacations within Australia, with their most recent destination being Adelaide. This well-rounded approach to holidaying showcases Kyrgios’s penchant for exploration and spending quality time with loved ones, both at home and abroad.
EMMA RADUCANU
Emma Raducanu enjoying her vacation. Photo/The Telegraph
Emma Raducanu has a penchant for swift getaways to Greece, and she recently delighted her followers with snapshots from her latest Greek sojourn. Her social media presence often features playful hints about her travel destinations, keeping fans guessing.
While Raducanu graced Paris Fashion Week arm-in-arm with boyfriend Carlo Agostinelli, it was, in fact, a work-related endeavour. The 20-year-old former US Open champion serves as a brand ambassador for Tiffany, showcasing her multifaceted talents.
In addition to her European adventures, Raducanu has explored her mother’s homeland of China, enjoying holidays there during her injury-related hiatus from the tennis court. Her global wanderlust and diverse experiences enrich her life both on and off the court.
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