Our new favorite hunky sports couple was indeed hiding in plain sight. It was on Tuesday that we brought to light the story of Brazilian pro tennis player João Lucas Reis, who wished his boyfriend a happy birthday, casually confirming his gay identity in the process. This revelation sent shockwaves across global publications, even though Reis wasn't truly in the closet.

Uncover the Love Story of a Sports Power Couple

João Lucas Reis: The Accomplished Pro Tennis Player

The 24-year-old Reis is an exceptionally talented professional. Currently, he is competing in the Procopio Cup, a pre-qualifying tournament for the biggest annual tennis event in Rio de Janeiro. Overall, he is ranked No. 401 in the world and No. 11 in Brazil. He has even achieved a higher rank of No. 259 in the past. As the only openly active player competing at the highest level of men's tennis - the ATP Tour, Reis' revelation made history.Reis has been leaving loving remarks on his boyfriend's IG page for months, showing his affection openly.

Gui Sampaio Ricardo: The Versatile Model and Actor

A model and actor, Ricardo has been in the entertainment industry since childhood, as stated in his bio. He has appeared in numerous plays and TV shows, including a Portuguese soap opera called Reis (apparently with no relation to his partner). Most recently, he starred in "Bent", a renowned play about the persecution of gay men in 1930s Germany. The production was nominated for a Tony Award in 1980 and still attracts a lot of attention today. He posted on IG, "Honored to bring this character to life in such a powerful story."Ricardo has more than 30,000 followers on Instagram, which clearly shows that he has made a name for himself. He plays a variety of roles and models a wide range of clothing. He has also recorded PSAs for charities and co-starred in cute commercials with kids. He captioned a photo of him leaping in front of the Eiffel Tower with "SIMPLICITY IS CHOOSING."

Their Love and Celebrations

Ricardo just turned 37, being 13 years older than his sporty boyfriend. The happy couple celebrated in a unique style. Staying true to their brand, Ricardo threw himself a bingo-themed birthday where attendees dressed up as older folks playing the iconic game for retirees. Reis entered behind the birthday boy. If one watches the entire video, they will notice that the retirement home looks don't last long. By the end of the affair, Ricardo discarded his disguise along with his shirt. It's no surprise from an athlete; that Brazilian heat can get quite warm!It's evident that both Reis and Ricardo have chosen love while pursuing their passions. Ricardo posted yesterday, "Heart open like a River, illuminated by the sun and protected by Christ." "Time to say thank you." It truly is a beautiful story.Sign up for the Queerty newsletter to stay updated on the hottest stories in LGBTQ+ entertainment, politics, and culture.Don't forget to share!