Brooks Nader has publicly addressed rumors that she was involved in a love triangle with tennis stars Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, a storyline that surfaced as the US Open unfolded.
The social media influencer and model has been at the center of speculation following comments from her sister and a flurry of reporting, though there has been no confirmation from the players themselves. Two weeks earlier, Grace Ann, Nader’s sister, sparked chatter by telling a crowd that her sibling was involved with someone “whose name rhymes with winner.” Grace Ann later reiterated at a red-carpet event that the rumors were true and that Alcaraz was “the man of the hour.” Alcaraz’s camp has denied that he is dating Nader.
On Wednesday, Nader appeared on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen and declined to confirm the specifics of the situation, saying, "a lady never kisses and tells - especially twice, that's just not nice. Dating is such a loose term these days. It's just… I don't know. By the way, my only thing is, guys do it all the time, so why can't I do it?" The remark underscored the delicate nature of the topic as fans watched to see whether any romance would emerge from the on-court rivalry between Sinner and Alcaraz.
Earlier, when asked about a potential relationship with either player at The Daily Front Row's 12th annual Fashion Media Awards alongside designer Zac Posen, Nader demurred in a similar fashion, stating she was "just here" for Posen. The exchange highlighted the persistent interest in her personal life while she was in the spotlight for her own project and public appearances around fashion industry events.
Sinner and Alcaraz faced off in the US Open final, marking their third Grand Slam final of the season. Alcaraz emerged with the title and reclaimed the world No. 1 ranking from Sinner, setting a high-stakes backdrop for ongoing speculation about who, if anyone, might be involved with either player off the court.
Sources close to Nader have framed her public persona as intentionally tied to the ongoing chatter, suggesting her goal is to stay in the news to promote a reality show and broader visibility. A close acquaintance told The Sun that Nader’s agenda is to be connected to every story, relationship, or drama as much as possible, with the aim of keeping audiences watching and sustaining her media profile. The person added that Nader wants to remain single and “not settle down with Carlos or Jannik or anyone for that matter - but she is looking to have lots of fun.”
Meanwhile, reporting around Sinner has centered on his private life as well. He is believed to be in a relationship with Laila Hasanovic, the former girlfriend of Formula One driver Mick Schumacher, roughly a year after his split from Anna Kalinskaya. Hasanovic, 24, had previously been photographed in the stands at the French Open and Wimbledon, though Sinner has consistently avoided addressing questions about his personal life. Fans even observed a mobile phone screen saver that purportedly showed Hasanovic during on-court moments, fueling speculation of a lasting connection.
The Italian press contributed to the narrative with quotes from Hasanovic’s circle and mentions that Hasanovic spent time in New York ahead of Sinner’s semifinal at the US Open. An unusual source—owners of the Santo Gelato shop in Monte Carlo—told Corriere dello Sport that Sinner and Hasanovic live in the La Condamine neighborhood and described Hasanovic in favorable terms, noting Sinner’s apparent fondness for pistachio and black cherry gelato. The shop owners’ comments added an apparently corroborative, though indirect, data point to Hasanovic’s presence in Sinner’s social orbit.
In response, a Spanish-language outlet cited Alberto Guzman, a journalist on the show No Somos Nadie, who said, "They're not dating, it's not an official relationship. [Alcaraz] confirmed to those close to him that he is single and has no intention of having any serious relationships. Perhaps she is not well informed." The remarks underscored the fragmentation in reporting surrounding the trio and the challenge of separating rumor from confirmed fact.
Hasanovic’s presence in high-profile events and the Monte Carlo connection added layers to the story, but analysts stressed that none of the reporting has produced a verifiable confirmation of a relationship between Nader and either player. While some outlets framed the matter as a genuine love triangle, others treated it as an ongoing media narrative that thrives on social-media amplification rather than documented proof.
As the season’s drama continued, Alcaraz and Sinner completed the year’s major championships, with both players remaining prominent figures in the tennis world. The broader public fascination with their personal lives persists, but at this point, there is no official statement confirming a romantic tie among the participants. Nader’s latest public remarks have kept the conversation alive, but they also left the question of truth unresolved, reflecting the broader media ecosystem in which entertainment, sport, and personal life increasingly intertwine.