Alcaraz and DJ Peggy Gou Spark Romance Rumours at Australian Open
Tennis enthusiasts at the Australian Open are abuzz with speculation after spotting world-renowned DJ Peggy Gou in top seed Carlos Alcaraz's players' box during his quarter-final victory. The Spaniard's straight-sets win over Alex de Minaur at Rod Laver Arena on Tuesday night was watched closely by the famous South Korean DJ, fuelling rumours of a budding romance between the two international stars.
Post-Match Comments Fuel Speculation
Following his impressive performance, the six-time Grand Slam champion was questioned about Gou's presence in his support team. 'Peggy is a friend, she's really cool. I'm happy to see her here,' Alcaraz remarked during his post-match press conference. He added with a smile, 'I better win the next round if I want to see her playing. I've got great support from her, which is really cool. Hopefully I'll see her play on Sunday.'
Gou is scheduled to perform at the Australian Open on Sunday afternoon, just before the men's singles final, creating a potential dual headline act if Alcaraz progresses through his semi-final match against Alexander Zverev.
Social Media Reacts to the Pairing
After watching Alcaraz's remarks about Gou, many fans took to social media to express their belief that the relationship extends beyond mere friendship. One Instagram user declared, 'He is in looove,' while another commented, 'Bro is struggling to lie lol. They are clearly not friends.' Other notable reactions included:
- 'She's way too cool for Carlos. But maybe she can teach him a thing or two,'
- 'What's the problem if she's his gf? He's allowed to have a life,'
- 'Carlitos hitting winners everywhere,'
- 'The last stare - he marked his territory!'
- 'That's wifey.'
Background on the International DJ
Born Kim Min-ji in Incheon, South Korea on 3 July 1991, Peggy Gou has become an internationally celebrated DJ and music producer known for her energetic sets. Her booking fee typically reaches the high six figures, with some industry sources suggesting a starting price of around $300,000 for major events. Before arriving in Melbourne, Alcaraz and Gou shared a dinner date in Seoul where the tennis star was participating in an exhibition match against his arch rival Jannik Sinner.
History of Romance Rumours Surrounding Alcaraz
This is not the first time the twenty-two-year-old Spanish sensation has found himself at the centre of relationship speculation. For months, there were persistent rumours about a potential romance with British tennis star Emma Raducanu, particularly after they were pictured together during their US Open mixed doubles match last year. Alcaraz was also previously linked to model Brooks Nader.
In November, former tennis player Elena Vesnina directly questioned Alcaraz about his relationship status following the ATP Finals, asking on behalf of 'a lot of girls around the world' whether his heart had been taken. The young champion responded emphatically, 'No, I'm free. I'm free. I'm free.'
Interestingly, during his third-round match at this year's Australian Open, Alcaraz received multiple marriage proposals from enthusiastic spectators. At one point, a woman shouted, 'Carlos, marry my daughter!' followed shortly by another fan exclaiming, 'Marry my sister-in-law!' demonstrating his considerable appeal beyond the tennis court.
Potential Sunday Showdown
If Alcaraz can secure victory against Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals, both he and Gou will provide headline entertainment at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. The tennis champion would compete for the men's singles title while the internationally renowned DJ performs her set, creating a unique convergence of sporting and musical excellence that has already captured the imagination of fans worldwide.
