Courtside Romance: Top-Ranked Tennis Rivals Alcaraz and Sinner Linked to Same Swimsuit Model

Tennis’s Newest Rivalry: Alcaraz and Sinner’s Off-Court Love Triangle
By Harry Bamforth | Updated: 15:17 BST, 12 September 2025

The fierce rivalry between tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner has taken a dramatic turn off the court, with reports suggesting both players were romantically linked to the same model, Brooks Nader, during the US Open.

Alcaraz, 22, solidified his status as the sport’s rising king by defeating Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in a thrilling US Open final. The win marked his sixth Grand Slam title and a return to World No. 1. However, their on-court clash was overshadowed by claims of a real-life love triangle reminiscent of the film Challengers.

Alcaraz (left) and Sinner (right) have extended their rivalry beyond the court.

Model in the Middle
Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader, 26, was reportedly seeing both players simultaneously. While neither Alcaraz nor Sinner has publicly confirmed a relationship, Nader’s sister, Grace Ann, hinted at the Spanish star’s involvement during New York Fashion Week. “Dating is such a loose term,” she told E! News. “But I do know [Alcaraz]’s the man of the hour.”

Brooks Nader (pictured) attended multiple US Open matches, fueling speculation.

Nader, who split from Dancing with the Stars pro Gleb Savchenko in April, denied dating Sinner earlier this year. On Jimmy Kimmel’s show, she dismissed rumors after her sister cryptically referenced an athlete whose name “rhymes with winner.”

Denials and Doubts
Alcaraz’s camp, however, insists the pair are not in a serious relationship. Spanish journalist Alberto Guzman stated, “He confirmed to those close to him that he is single and has no intention of serious relationships.” Critics speculate the rumors may stem from Nader’s front-row presence at Alcaraz’s matches.

Nader is a Sports Illustrated model and frequent attendee at tennis events.

Raducanu Rumors Resurface
Alcaraz has faced past rumors involving British star Emma Raducanu. The duo’s mixed doubles partnership at the US Open intensified speculation, though Raducanu laughed off questions, calling them “just good friends.”

Alcaraz was previously linked to Emma Raducanu during their doubles campaign.

A Rivalry for the Ages
The Alcaraz-Sinner showdown at Flushing Meadows was their third consecutive Grand Slam final duel. Alcaraz’s French Open victory and Sinner’s Wimbledon triumph earlier this year have cemented their status as the sport’s leading duo. With their off-court drama adding extra intrigue, this rivalry shows no signs of cooling.

For now, fans are left wondering: Will this saga mirror their epic matches—intense, unpredictable, and impossible to look away from?