The victory of Mackenzie McDonald in the Houston tournament against the reigning champion, Jenson Brooksby, was surprising, but even more so were his subsequent statements. The 30-year-old American is engaged to Maria Mateas, also a tennis player, although she has not competed since the Cincinnati tournament last year and is now acting as his coach. "I have the prettiest coach on the tour," said a jubilant McDonald after his triumph.
McDonald on his fiancée (and fellow pro) Maria Mateas.
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) March 31, 2026
"I've the best looking coach on tour!" pic.twitter.com/dfIFM6p9zh
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