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Who is Heather Watson’s boyfriend? Meet the British soccer star who is madly in love with the tennis ace

Who is Heather Watson’s boyfriend?  Meet the British soccer star who is madly in love with the tennis ace

To the old British number 1, Heather Watson, found her love on the football field? Well, the 32-year-old takes to the courts on Monday (July 1) to play her first match against Belgium Salute Minnen on the occasion of 2024 Wimbledon Championships. Before that, let’s go take a look at his life stories off the field! Watson has a long history of hanging out with athletes.

She was in a relationship with fellow tennis player Lloyd Glasspool from 2016 to 2018. Then, she was spotted with Yeovil Town and Morecambe footballer Courtney Duffus from 2019 to 2022. Now, she has found love with another footballer, Shaun Rooney.

Shaun Rooney is 27 years old football player who plays as a defender for St Mirren in the Scottish Premiership. Rooney began his youth career with Dundee United in 2010. He has previously played for many renowned clubs including Fleetwood Town, Queen Park FC, St Johnstone FC and many more. The Bellshill-born Scottish footballer has signed for Queen Park in July 2013. Shortly after signing for the team, he made his first team debut.

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Its impressive performance for Queen The park earned him the the clubs Shaun was voted the Young Player of the Year in the 2014-15 season. He played 30 games and also scored his first goal against Elgin City. His outstanding performances during that season also earned him a place in the PFA Scotland Scottish League Two Team of the Year. Regarding his connection with football, Shaun at Rooney’s Great-uncle Benny Rooney was also a footballer who played for St Johnstone. His great-grandfather, Bob, was also a player, but he was well known as a physiotherapist at Celtic.

His relationship with WTA star Heather Watson first came to light in 2023, when Watson shared a heartwarming photo with him on social media. The couple was spotted together at a restaurant enjoying their date night. Heather Watson captioned the photo with,My Little Scotsman» and attaches ablack Heartemoji with this message. Within seconds of posting this post, it was flooded with comments from several WTA stars. Everyone showed their love for the new couple.

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Last year, Shaun Rooney posted a photo with Watson captioned,The Queen.The British tennis star was spotted with her bag, holding at Rooney’s hands clasped. During a recent interview, Watson was asked if she would date another player again in his lifeAnd here is what she said in response.

Huh no!– Heather Watson she flatly denied when asked if she would date another player

After crossing a difficult experience in the past, Heather Watson revealed that she wouldnever mix business with pleasure again.She thinks dating another player is a real adventure. difficult thing to manage. Although she describes her relationship with fellow tennis star Lloyd Glasspool asA passionate and intense two-year relationship,» She might now think twice before starting a relationship with another player.

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When asked to reflect on her thoughts on the possibility of dating a tennis player again, Watson said:Surely not! It is just too hard.She believes their busy schedules on the Tour have greatly influenced their relationship. Speaking about his past relationshipshe declared,We blew hot and cold, we ended up arguing a lot, and I guess we both prioritized our careers. We doesn’t talk for a while. I had to get it out of my system.

However, when reflecting on his current relationship, Watson was quick to admit which isinterested only if There is chemistry.» Share your thoughts on this new sports-loving couple.