Tennis fans and celebrity gossips alike were sent into a frenzy this week after Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz was spotted enjoying the company of American model Brooks Nader in Paris.
The pair were seen together on Monday, May 20th, just days before the Spanish prodigy is set to begin his campaign at the French Open at Roland-Garros. The sighting has ignited a firestorm of speculation that the sporting superstar and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model are more than just friends.
A Night Out in the City of Light
According to sources, the 21-year-old tennis phenom and the 28-year-old model were seen leaving the trendy restaurant L'Avenue, a known hotspot for A-list celebrities. The pair were reportedly deep in conversation as they departed the upscale eatery located on Avenue Montaigne.
While neither Alcaraz nor Nader have publicly commented on the nature of their relationship, their joint appearance has been enough to set the rumour mill into overdrive. The encounter was brief but noticeable, fuelling questions about a potential new power couple in the making.
Who is Brooks Nader?
Brooks Nader is no stranger to the limelight. The Louisiana native has built a formidable career in modelling, most famously appearing in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue multiple times. She was previously married to Billy Haire, though the couple divorced in 2023.
Her presence in Paris aligns with the city's bustling fashion calendar, but her meeting with one of the world's most famous athletes has undoubtedly stolen the headlines from any runway show.
Alcaraz's Focus Remains on the Court
For Carlos Alcaraz, the timing is particularly intriguing. The world number three is in Paris with one clear goal: to win his first French Open title and secure a third Grand Slam victory. He is widely considered one of the favourites for the tournament, alongside rivals Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner.
Whether a new romance proves to be a welcome distraction or a source of added pressure remains to be seen. Fans will be watching his every move both on and off the clay courts over the coming weeks.
For now, the sporting world is left to wonder: Are we witnessing the start of a grand slam romance?
