After an unexpected early exit from the 2025 Wimbledon Championships, American tennis player Tommy Paul found a silver lining by proposing to his fiancée, Paige Lorenze. The moment unfolded on Sunday, July 14, 2025, during a family vacation by the ocean, marking a joyful milestone amid a challenging tennis season.
Paul, seeded 13th at Wimbledon, was defeated by Austrian Sebastian Ofner in straight sets, ending his run in the tournament sooner than anticipated. Despite the setback, he embraced a heartfelt occasion by asking Lorenze, whom he has dated since 2022, to marry him, turning his attention from competition to commitment.
Getting down on one knee with the ocean as their backdrop, Paul chose the timing thoughtfully, taking advantage of a family trip to create a memorable and intimate setting. Following this, he returned to professional tennis at the Cincinnati Open, where he secured a 6-2, 6-2 win over Pedro Martinez in the round of 64.
“I knew I was going to do it for a while. I didn’t know when and then obviously I was out for a little bit, so it was kind of like a forced vacation,” Paul said. “I figured this was probably going to be the best time for me to do it, you know? It was great because it was kind of like her family vacation. I didn’t want to take over her family vacation with that, but I guess I kind of did. But it was great.”
—Tommy Paul, Tennis Player
Tommy Paul’s Recovery and Return to Competition at the Cincinnati Open
Following his Wimbledon injury and a series of physical setbacks, Tommy Paul has been making strides to get back into form. He withdrew from the Queen’s Club Championships in London after suffering abdominal and adductor injuries and also ruptured a tendon during Wimbledon.
Paul spent two weeks in a protective boot and only recently resumed practice sessions. Encouraged by positive progress during training, he decided to compete at the Cincinnati Open to rebuild momentum and fitness. His cautious approach reflected the need to balance recovery with competitive demands.
“It was agreed upon by the whole team. But moving forward, we weren’t sure if I was going to play here. Obviously, I was in a boot for two weeks. I think I got the boot off two weeks ago and we weren’t sure if I was going to play here. With practice the past couple of weeks, it was pretty good. I told my coach, ‘I think we’re good to go for Cincy, at least, and get some matches”
—Tommy Paul, Tennis Player
Paul is scheduled to face Adrian Mannarino in the Round of 32 at the Cincinnati Open, an important test as he aims to regain his competitive edge following recent physical hurdles.
Background on Paige Lorenze and Their Relationship Journey
Paige Lorenze, a fashion influencer and entrepreneur, launched her clothing brand Dairy Boy in 2021. Her relationship with Paul became public in October 2021, and the couple’s bond has strengthened since then. The engagement announcement marks a significant step in their shared future, celebrated during the family vacation where the proposal took place.
As Paul balances a return to tennis with his new personal milestone, fans and followers will be watching closely to see how he manages this pivotal phase in both his career and private life.