Eugenie Bouchard’s MLP Move: Eugenie Bouchard has been traded from the New Jersey 5s to the Phoenix Flames in the latest Major League Pickleball (MLP) draft, and social media is having fun with it. The former Wimbledon finalist, who transitioned to professional pickleball in 2023, joins three-time Major Doubles champion Jack Sock on her new team.
Social Media Reactions and Bouchard’s Response
A meme comparing the Bouchard-Dizon trade to swapping a MacBook for spaghetti went viral on Instagram. Bouchard responded simply: “brutal.”
Another post poked fun at the trade, prompting Bouchard to reply: “Even more brutal.” Despite speculation that she might take time off, Bouchard shut down the rumors, confirming her commitment to the MLP season with a playful comment:
“Who says hot girl summer was ever canceled?” – (Bouchard)
Transition from Tennis to Pickleball
Bouchard, who last competed in the 2024 Canadian Open qualifiers, continues to be a professional tennis player but is shifting her focus toward pickleball.
Recently, she teamed up with Andy Roddick to face Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf in the Pickleball Slam 3, an event featuring tennis legends.
What’s Next?
Now with the Phoenix Flames, Bouchard will look to make an impact alongside Jack Sock in the upcoming Major League Pickleball season. While the trade sparked plenty of online banter, it signals her growing presence in pro pickleball.
News in Brief: Eugenie Bouchard’s MLP Move
Eugenie Bouchard has been traded to the Phoenix Flames from the New Jersey 5s, joining Jack Sock in MLP. Social media reacted with memes, prompting Bouchard’s lighthearted responses. The former Wimbledon finalist is embracing pickleball, recently competing in Pickleball Slam 3.
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