Why Did Dominic Thiem Broke Up With Kristina Mladenovic After 2 Years? Career, Logistics And More
Kristina Mladenovic is about to step onto Rod Laver Arena for the Australian Open mixed doubles final on January 30, 2026. She and her partner, Manuel Guinard, will be the center of the spotlight as the French star is chasing another major title against Australia’s Olivia Gadecki and John Peers. But for many tennis fans, such big matches often bring back old memories, including Kristina’s high-profile relationship with former US Open Champion, Dominic Thiem. Let’s take a look back at their high-profile love story and what led to their breakup.
What caused the breakup of Kristina Mladenovic and Dominic Thiem?
Kristina Mladenovic and Dominic Thiem were one of tennis’ most-talked about couples between 2017 and 2019. Their romance was visible across tournaments, player boxes, and social media. But before things could move forward, the couple quietly ended their relationship in November 2019. Gradually, Dominic explained the reason behind their split in his interviews and highlighted that, unlike the speculated drama, their decision to part ways was rooted in the brutal demands of professional tennis.
During an interview with Austria’s Kronen Zeitung, Dominic candidly admitted that a serious relationship requires commitment, time, and concentration. But it was something he could not give to his relationship while chasing his ultimate goal of winning a Grand Slam. Austrian outlet Heute similarly reported that the tennis star believed that Dominic’s career and intense training schedule rarely left him time for Kristina, especially when they were both on tour.
Meanwhile, reports by EssentiallySports and Sportskeeda highlighted the couple’s logistical challenge. Despite being on the same circuit, Dominic and Kristina had different schedules. Moreover, they could not spend much time together amid tournaments, practice sessions, match timings, and travel plans. Furthermore, Kristina’s absence from Dominic’s player box at the 2019 ATP Finals in London strengthened the speculation about their breakup. Initially, Dominic kept things private and delayed the breakup announcement out of respect for Kristina, who had helped France win the Fed Cup in 2019.
How did Kristina Mladenovic and Dominic Thiem fall in love?
Kristina Mladenovic and Dominic Thiem’s love story had a charming beginning. They reportedly met when Kristina asked Dominic for a warm-up hit during a practice session in 2017. Gradually, they fell in love and made it Instagram-official in January 2018 with the hashtag #TheOne. Subsequently, Kristina was frequently seen cheering from his box during major tournaments. They often discussed with the media how comforting it was to date someone who understood the pressures of elite tennis. The pair used to analyse matches together, trained around each other’s schedules, and became a fan-favourite couple on tour. But when their career peaked, their relationship had to struggle under the pressure.
Dominic Thiem and Kristina Mladenovic’s careers after the breakup
Shortly after Dominic Thiem ended his relationship with Kristina due to career demands, he went on to achieve his biggest career milestone by winning the 2020 US Open. Also, he reached a career-high ranking of World No. 3. However, a severe wrist injury in 2021 reversed his momentum. Dominic made several comeback attempts, but eventually retired from professional tennis in October 2024. He is now active as a speaker and entrepreneur. At the same time, Dominic has been in a relationship with German performer Lili-Paul Roncalli since 2021.
Meanwhile, Kristina Mladenovic continued to dominate in doubles. She reclaimed the World No. 1 doubles ranking in 2020 and won multiple Grand Slam titles. Simultaneously, she is a key part of France’s Billie Jean King Cup squad. Recently. In 2024, she reached the US Open doubles final, showcasing her consistency in the game.
Kristina Mladenovic is now eyeing another Grand Slam title in Melbourne, and we send her best wishes for it.
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