Genie Bouchard shot to tennis stardom in 2014 when she made history as the first Canadian-born player to reach a Grand Slam singles final at Wimbledon. Raised in Westmount, Quebec, Bouchard quickly became more than just a standout athlete – she’s fashioned herself into a vibrant public figure who bridges the worlds of sports and pop culture effortlessly.
Off the tennis court, Bouchard’s visibility has only grown. With more than 2.1 million Instagram followers, she’s as much a digital celebrity as she is an athlete, often attracting more attention than many players with higher rankings. Her reach extends to high-profile appearances, like posing for Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Issue, and she’s inked endorsement deals with brands like Nike, Rolex, and Coca-Cola.
Finding Balance: Tennis and Private Life
What’s most fascinating about Bouchard might be how she handles fame. Despite her rising profile, she’s managed to keep certain parts of her world private, even as she’s refreshingly open about others. “I’m still trying to figure out how much of myself to share and how much to protect,” she admitted in a 2019 interview with Tennis Magazine.
Her approach to her dating life has followed a similarly nuanced path – initially preferring to keep relationships out of the public eye as she adjusted to the scrutiny that comes with success. Over time, as she grew more comfortable in the spotlight, she began sharing glimpses into her personal life, offering fans a rare look behind the scenes.
Bouchard’s romantic history includes a handful of relationships that have made headlines:
- Jordan Caron (2015–2017): Bouchard and the NHL forward dated for about two years, occasionally supporting each other at games, but largely opting to keep things low-key and away from cameras.
- Mason Rudolph (2020–2022): Her relationship with the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback became Instagram official in 2020 with a sun-soaked photo from Cabo San Lucas. The two dated for a couple of years before parting ways quietly.
- Jack Brinkley-Cook (2022–early 2024): This romance, with the son of model Christie Brinkley, was perhaps Bouchard’s most public; the couple frequently appeared in each other’s social media posts before reportedly splitting earlier this year.
Then there’s the now-legendary Twitter bet with fan John Goehrke, who won a date with Bouchard after she lost a Super Bowl wager in 2017. The story charmed social media – Bouchard even attended another Super Bowl with him, but later clarified that things never moved beyond friendship.
For now, Bouchard seems content to focus on her tennis. After battling injuries and dropping from her career-high ranking of #5 in the world, she’s openly determined to climb back up the rankings. At 30, she’s still pushing herself, hoping for another breakthrough.
When asked about relationships in a recent Tennis Channel interview, Bouchard shared some newfound wisdom: “I’ve learned that balance is everything – in tennis, in life, in love. Sometimes the right person enhances your focus rather than distracting from it.” It’s a perspective that echoes the maturity she’s developed both on and off the court.
Rumors have occasionally linked her to other tennis players – most notably Nick Kyrgios – after the two appeared chummy during joint practice sessions. Still, Bouchard has never confirmed anything beyond friendship.
Past Relationships
Jack Brinkley-Cook
Mason Rudolph
Connor Davis Jr.
Jordan Caron
Alex Galchenyuk
Ultimately, Bouchard’s story isn’t just about the flash of center court or glitzy magazine covers. It’s about learning to juggle the demands of fame, love, and personal growth, all under the unrelenting public gaze. Like her career, her personal life has had its highs and setbacks. But through it all, she seems to be writing her own playbook – one that prizes authenticity, resilience, and an ongoing search for balance.