Overview
- Julia Salnikova told Sports Russia that the split from Paula Badosa "wasn't easy" for Stefanos Tsitsipas and played a major part in his difficult year.
- She described the relationship as unconventional due to constant travel and said both players entered it while dealing with back problems.
- Tsitsipas ended 2025 at No. 34 after a 22–18 record, won only Dubai, and missed much of the second half of the season with a back issue.
- Badosa finished the year at No. 25 with an 18–13 record and no titles as her back injury persisted.
- Salnikova said she would not discuss private details under an agreement with the team, adding that men can be highly sensitive in such situations.