DAN EVANS is back in action at the All England Club, but this summer carries a bittersweet weight for one of the most popular players on the British tennis circuit.
The 36-year-old veteran is , in what many fear could be Evans’s last ever Wimbledon match.
Dan Evans’ partner Aleah is a constant fixture in the stands at his matches
Aleah with Evans at Wimbledon 2025
Aleah cuts a very glamorous figure at his matches
Who is Dan Evans’ girlfriend and how long have they been a couple?
Evans’ long-term partner Aleah Haji is supporting him, cheering him on through an emotional 2026 campaign.
According to Tennisfansite.com , Evans met Aleah when she was working in Winchcombe in 2017.
Aleah helped Evans, who was banned from playing for 12 months in 2017 because of cocaine use, through one of the most turbulent times of his life.
Aleah watching Evans from the stands at Wimbledon Credit: Rex
Not much is known about their relationship but they currently reside in Cheltenham together, though Evans is from Birmingham.
They have a very private life and Evans gives very little away in media interviews.
“It’s been good (living in Cheltenham),” Evans told Gloucestershire Live . “I pretty much like to relax and not do much.
“It’s easy to be around here. It’s got a good coffee shop (The Coffee Dispensary in Regent Street) which always helps. Aleah and I always look for one when I’m on tour.
“It’s cool here but I’ve spent a lot of time away. This is the first week home, for a full week, for a year probably.”
Aleah has been seen watching Evans from the stands when he’s played at in the past and has been seen court-side during the Olympics in Paris.
Is Evans retiring?
Evans missed out on a Wimbledon 2026 singles wildcard and lost in the qualifying rounds to Australia‘s Tristan Schoolkate.
Because of that, his Men’s Doubles run with Henry Searle will officially be his final bow in professional tennis.
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On June 11, Evans officially announced that .
The Birmingham-born veteran decided to hang up his racket after nearly two decades on the tour.
In an emotional statement shared with his fans, Evans said: “I will be retiring from professional tennis following this year’s Wimbledon championships.
“This sport has given me everything. The friendships, the experiences, the battles and even the hard days were special in hindsight. I have loved every single minute of being a professional tennis player.”
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