Tennis Stars Attend Taste of Tennis Miami Ahead of Tournament

Alexander Zverev, Sophia Thomalla, Danielle Collins, Eugenie Bouchard, and others turn heads at the annual food and lifestyle event.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 3:19am

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Ahead of the 2026 Miami Open, several top tennis players including Alexander Zverev, his girlfriend Sophia Thomalla, Danielle Collins, Eugenie Bouchard, and others attended the Taste of Tennis Miami event. The annual food and lifestyle event brings together tennis stars, renowned chefs, and fans before major tournaments.

Why it matters

The Taste of Tennis events are popular pre-tournament gatherings that allow tennis fans to interact with their favorite players in a more casual setting. The Miami edition is particularly noteworthy as it takes place just before the start of the prestigious Miami Open, one of the ATP Tour's biggest hard-court tournaments.

The details

At the Taste of Tennis Miami, Zverev and Thomalla brought along their pet Dachshund named Mishka. Other players in attendance included 2024 Miami Open champion Danielle Collins, former Canadian star Eugenie Bouchard, and French players Corentin Moutet, Alycia Parks, and Sachia Vickery. The event was held at the upscale Hutong Miami restaurant, known for its Northern Chinese cuisine.

  • The Taste of Tennis Miami took place on Monday, March 16, 2026.
  • The 2026 Miami Open is scheduled for March 17 to March 29, 2026.

The players

Alexander Zverev

A former world No. 2 tennis player who will be competing in the upcoming Miami Open.

Sophia Thomalla

German actress and model, and Zverev's girlfriend.

Danielle Collins

American tennis player who won the Miami Open in 2024.

Eugenie Bouchard

Former Canadian tennis player who also attended the Taste of Tennis Miami.

Corentin Moutet

French tennis player who posted about attending the event on Instagram.

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What they’re saying

“'Simply the best behaved dog in the world,'”

— Sophia Thomalla

“'@tasteoftennis thank you 🙏,'”

— Corentin Moutet

“'@alycia.parks @tasteoftennis 🔥,'”

— Sachia Vickery

What’s next

The 2026 Miami Open is scheduled to take place from March 17 to March 29, 2026, with the matches held on outdoor hard courts at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Alexander Zverev, the third seed, will begin his campaign in the second round after receiving a first-round bye.

The takeaway

The Taste of Tennis Miami event allows tennis fans to interact with their favorite players in a more casual setting ahead of the prestigious Miami Open tournament. The event's popularity highlights the growing intersection between sports, food, and lifestyle, providing a unique experience for both athletes and fans.