Frances Tiafoe showcased his resilience at the 2025 Canadian Open by securing a hard-fought victory in his second round match, with fans also noticing the energetic support from his girlfriend, Ayan Broomfield. Her visible passion during the match highlighted the strong emotional connection behind the scenes, drawing attention alongside Tiafoe’s performance on the court.
The American star began his hard court season earlier in July at the Citi DC Open, where he advanced to the quarterfinals before being defeated by fellow American Ben Shelton. Entering the Canadian Open as World No. 11, Tiafoe was granted a bye in the first round and faced Yosuke Watanuki in the second round. The contest between Tiafoe and Watanuki was tightly contested, with both players delivering a high level of play.
Throughout the encounter, Broomfield’s enthusiastic reactions, including shouting encouragement and pumping her fists, were clearly visible, providing strong moral support for Tiafoe. The player himself acknowledged her fervor by posting on his Instagram story,
“She b tripping.’” —Frances Tiafoe
Tiafoe’s next challenge at the Canadian Open is a round of 32 match against Aleksandar Vukic, an opponent he has yet to defeat in their head-to-head meetings.
The role of Ayan Broomfield as a confidant and advisor to Tiafoe
Frances Tiafoe and Ayan Broomfield have shared a decade-long relationship that began in 2015 through a mutual friend. The couple publicly confirmed their relationship that same year and have consistently offered fans glimpses into their personal lives. Broomfield’s background as a collegiate tennis player who reached the top 500 in WTA rankings adds a unique dimension to her support for Tiafoe.
In a 2023 interview with ATP, Broomfield described how she serves as a sounding board for Tiafoe during tournaments, providing perspective and strategic discussions based on her own experiences.
“We can talk about tennis. I mean, I played tennis myself. So even just when we’re seeing the draw, and we kind of look at certain players, sometimes I can act as a sounding board for matches. Not to say that he takes my advice, but it’s nice to be able to chat about it and strategy. I just feel like we just understand it and what it takes for someone to go and be able to compete at the highest level.” —Ayan Broomfield
Her role extends beyond technical support, offering emotional guidance as well. In an interview with Town and Country magazine, Broomfield shared about the strong emotions in the stands during matches, especially when joining Tiafoe’s mother in cheering him on.
“I sit beside his mom, we’re both kind of a mess in the box and we feed off each other. It’s not good. We’ll be kicking each other, holding each other’s hands tight, and doing the most. But it’s nice to be around other people — everyone wants him to win just as bad as I do.” —Ayan Broomfield
Upcoming Canadian Open match and Tiafoe’s season outlook
As Frances Tiafoe prepares for his next round at the Canadian Open on Thursday, July 31, the stakes remain high. He will face Aleksandar Vukic, a competitor he has yet to beat in their prior matchups. This upcoming match will test Tiafoe’s form and ability to advance deeper into the tournament.
With a promising start to his hard court season and the visible encouragement from Ayan Broomfield, the couple’s partnership appears to be a significant factor in Tiafoe’s ongoing campaign. Observers will be watching to see how their dynamic influences his performance as the tournament progresses.