Stefanos Tsitsipas shifts focus after Monte Carlo Masters loss as girlfriend Kristen Thoms birthday post grabs attention | International Sports News
It was a difficult week on court, but off court, Stefanos Tsitsipas chose a very different moment to share. Just after his early exit at the Monte Carlo Masters, the Greek star showed up for his girlfriend Kristen Thoms’ 29th birthday. Instead of focusing on the loss, he shared a softer side of his life through a few simple pictures.Tsitsipas posted a selfie with Thoms and also shared a photo of her birthday cake, which had a tropical theme and the name “Kirsten” written on it. Along with the picture, he wrote, “Keep God first in your life and you’re bound to prosper. Happy Birthday.” The timing of the post stood out. It came right after his opening-round defeat in Monte Carlo, showing how he quickly shifted his focus from tennis to personal life.
Stefanos Tsitsipas moves past Monte Carlo loss to celebrate Kristen Thoms while ranking drop looms
The loss in Monte Carlo was not an easy one. Tsitsipas, who has won this tournament three times in the past, was knocked out in the first round by Francisco Cerundolo. For a player who once dominated this event, the result felt like a step back.His 2026 season has been up and down so far. After this defeat, his record stands at 11 wins and 7 losses. Because he was defending points from last year’s quarterfinal run, this early exit will cost him heavily. He is expected to lose 190 ranking points, which could push him down to around No. 65 in the ATP rankings.Still, away from the pressure of rankings and results, Tsitsipas looked calm during the birthday celebration. His relationship with Thoms became public earlier this year when the two shared pictures from a trip to Namibia. Since then, she has been seen supporting him during tournaments, including the Miami Open, where he picked up a strong win over Alex De Minaur.Before this relationship, Tsitsipas was linked with Paula Badosa. The two were together for a while but went their separate ways in July last year. Later, during a quick Q and A session, Tsitsipas openly said he prefers dating someone outside tennis. He explained that when both partners play the same sport, competition can quietly enter the relationship.Looking ahead, Tsitsipas will now try to reset his season. He is expected to play next in Munich, followed by the big clay events in Madrid and Rome. These tournaments will be important for him to rebuild confidence and climb back up the rankings. For now, though, this moment was not about wins or losses. It was about showing up for someone important in his life.
