Taylor Fritz, the rising tennis star, has experienced a remarkable journey, aided significantly by his girlfriend, influencer Morgan Riddle. In a light-hearted moment after his intense victory over Karen Khachanov at Wimbledon, Fritz revealed that a motivational note he wrote to himself following a loss four years ago was inadvertently shared with the world by Riddle.
The note expressed self-criticism, stating, “nobody in the whole world is underachieving harder than you,” and urged Fritz to take charge of his future. Despite the unintended public exposure, Fritz has no hard feelings and praises Riddle for her pivotal role in his ascent to No. 5 in the world rankings while chasing his first Grand Slam title.
Fritz acknowledged that since they got together, there has been a consistent improvement in his performance and rankings. He attributed this to Riddle’s support in maintaining his focus, encouraging healthy habits, and helping him strive for success. He humorously referenced her nurturing side, jokingly describing her influence on his diet and sleep schedule.
This year has been significant for Fritz, marking his first time reaching the semifinals at Wimbledon. Additionally, he has achieved two grass-court titles in Stuttgart and Eastbourne, expressing relief that he wouldn’t be competing against Carlos Alcaraz on clay—something he termed “an absolute nightmare.” He emphasized that playing on grass levels the playing field and expressed confidence in his recent performances.
This article paints a positive picture of the personal and professional growth Fritz has experienced, highlighting the importance of support systems in an athlete’s success. As he looks forward to the semifinals, the momentum and motivation he derives from his relationship with Riddle could be instrumental in his pursuit of a major victory.