If you have looked on google at all you’ll know that two pieces of Oudin’s life are causing quite a fuss: her boyfriend and her shoes! Reportedly, Melanie Oudin is dating a younger man, 15-year old Austin Smith, met Oudin while they were both training at Racquet Club of the South in Atlanta. Austin Smith recently explained the story behind Melanie Oudin’s inspirational and brightly colored shoes. Oudin’s Shoes which say believe on the heel “didn’t want to put her name” so decided to have “Believe” instead, because the belief in herself is what has taken her this far. It’s a pretty incredible story!! Check out this article from the Associated Press. It paints a vivid picture of Melanie and her life.

Keep up the good work Melanie!

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