Newlyweds Katie Boulter and Alex de Minaur made a pact six years ago that tennis comes first in their relationship, and both say they still honour it despite their recent marriage.
Why it mattersTheir decision shows how elite athletes balance personal relationships with the demands of competing at the highest level of professional sport.
AustraliaDe Minaur, one of Australia's top-ranked male tennis players, continues to prioritise his individual ranking and career trajectory over doubles partnerships.
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