Introduction to Morgan Riddle
Morgan Riddle’s influence on the rise of Wimbledon Semifinalist Taylor Fritz’s ranking was significant. He says it himself. As a fashion influencer and Fritz’s partner, Riddle has become a prominent figure in the tennis world, with hundreds of thousands of social media followers.
Background and Education
Riddle, 27, is from Minnesota and attended Wagner College in New York City. She completed seven internships by the end of her junior year, including gigs at a magazine, a newspaper, a government office, a startup coffee company, and a real estate company, with tasks including social media management.
Meeting Taylor Fritz
Riddle and Fritz met about five years ago. Since then, Fritz has attributed his success to Riddle’s influence, saying that having someone to push him in the right direction and support him has been crucial to his career.
Taylor Fritz’s Success
Last September, Fritz made his first appearance in a Grand Slam final at the US Open, reaching a career-high ranking of 4th in November. He credits Riddle with helping him stay focused and motivated, saying that there is an obvious correlation between his results and the time they have been together.
Promoting Fashion and Tennis
Riddle has worked with the All England Club to create video segments called "Wimbledon Threads," where she showcases fashion trends and explains the concept of "tenniscore." She describes tenniscore as "the minimalism of aspiration with a competitive advantage" and says that Wimbledon has helped make tennis the "chicest sport in the world."
Social Media Presence
Riddle is not afraid to speak her mind and has a strong social media presence, with almost 600,000 followers on TikTok and over 450,000 followers on Instagram. Fritz often takes photos of her to post on social media, although he admits it can be embarrassing at times.
Impact on the Tennis World
Riddle’s influence extends beyond her social media presence, with her videos and clips gaining thousands of views. While some may not agree with her views on tennis and fashion, she is unapologetic and continues to promote her unique perspective on the sport.
