Australian Olympic Star and Tennis Champion Both Announce Engagements
Love is certainly in the air for two of Australia's most beloved sporting figures. Olympic gold medallist Noemie Fox and tennis superstar Aryna Sabalenka have both recently announced their engagements, sharing joyous moments with fans worldwide.
Noemie Fox Celebrates Engagement with Titouan Dupras
Noemie Fox, the 28-year-old Olympic champion, celebrated her engagement to long-time partner Titouan Dupras over the weekend. Although the couple actually got engaged last year, they held a special engagement party recently. Fox expressed her happiness on social media, stating, "Braced for rain but instead the night poured with love, champagne and so many spitz." She added, "A surprise salsa lesson and so much dancing under the twinkling lights with our friends and family!! Inolvidable✨?"
The festivities included a heartfelt thank you to their engagement party workforce and plans to continue celebrations in France. Dupras, a former canoeist who now coaches, met Fox at the Rio Olympics in 2016, and their relationship has been discreet yet strong. After the party, the couple attended the Bad Bunny concert at Homebush for more dancing and celebrations.
Aryna Sabalenka's Romantic Proposal from Georgios Frangulis
Meanwhile, tennis world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka announced her engagement to Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis overnight. Sabalenka shared a video of the proposal with her 5 million Instagram followers, captioning it: "You & me, forever ♾️ 3.3.26 ??." The proposal was a cinematic scene, featuring candles, elaborate flower arrangements, and a pool sprinkled with rose petals and floating candles.
In a goosebump-inducing moment, Frangulis dropped to his knee, popped the question, and presented the ring. Sabalenka also posted a carousel of photos, writing: "I can finally call him something else… FIANCÉ." The engagement news drew congratulations from tennis legends such as Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Caroline Wozniacki, Coco Gauff, and Amanda Anisimova.
Reactions and Celebrations
Sabalenka, a crowd favourite at the Australian Open with wins in 2023 and 2024, received warm wishes from the Aus Open social account, which commented: "So magical! Congratulations ?" Australian motorsports star Jack Doohan added, "Goosebumps, couldn't be happier for you both."
These engagements highlight the personal milestones of two prominent athletes, blending their professional achievements with heartfelt personal moments. Fans and fellow athletes alike have joined in celebrating these joyous occasions, showcasing the supportive community within the sports world.
