For a player once burdened by the tag of being title-less, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has changed the narrative in emphatic fashion. The Spaniard has lifted three trophies this season alone, including the Rolex Shanghai Masters.
At 27, Davidovich Fokina’s latest breakthrough may not have been possible without the loyal support of his wife, Paloma Amatiste, whom he married in June 2025. After Davidovich Fokina triumphed in Shanghai — where he claimed his biggest career title and second trophy during the Asian hard-court swing — Amatiste wrote an emotional message on Instagram about the Malaga native.
“The biggest dreams are also built during the toughest moments,” Amatiste wrote in Spanish. “Behind this first Masters 1000 victory lies a great deal of hard work, sacrifices, disappointments and the strength to keep going, even when it’s not easy.
“When the road takes a turn for the worse and the results you were hoping for don’t come, you have to come to terms with the frustration, recognise your own limits not as barriers, but as opportunities, and keep believing that your moment will come.”
Now at a career-high No. 13 in the PIF ATP Rankings, Davidovich Fokina has continued to fight off injuries amidst long periods away from the court, while also overcoming an unwanted label — being a hugely talented player without a trophy to his name — which he has now managed to shake off. Davidovich Fokina kept the faith, thanks to a close-knit circle of people who have always stood by him.
“It’s important not to be alone on that journey,” Amatiste added. “To have a team that believes in you and stands by you through every challenge and shares every step. The love of a family that reminds you what really matters, and friends who, with their loyalty and that ability to bring a smile to your face even on the hardest of days, make everything easier.
“Today, all that effort has paid off. I’m so lucky to be able to walk by your side. May you never lack dreams to fulfill, the strength to pursue them, and people to share them with.”
Davidovich Fokina, who proposed to Amatiste in January 2024 by Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain, responded in the comments with his own heartfelt words.
“You’re the best thing that’s ever happened to me,” Davidovich Fokina replied. “I can’t put into words how much love I have for you. After so much suffering, so many struggles, it’s been worth it to be where we are now and it would have been IMPOSSIBLE without you. We’ve also had an amazing time throughout this journey. We’ve laughed so much, having you by my side has opened my eyes and helped me enjoy the journey more. I love you to infinity.”
Editor's Note: This story was translated from ATPTour.com/es.
