Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman: A Rising Power Couple in Sports
During the ongoing Wimbledon tournament, American tennis sensation Ben Shelton and his girlfriend, Trinity Rodman, a standout player for the United States Women’s National Soccer Team, have captured considerable media attention. However, Rodman has expressed her dissatisfaction with the coverage of their relationship, particularly prior to Shelton’s crucial quarterfinal match against top seed Jannik Sinner.
Trinity Rodman’s Achievements and Support
At just 23 years old, Rodman has already made her mark in sports as an Olympic gold medalist and an NWSL champion, but she is currently sidelined from her club, the Washington Spirit, due to a significant back injury. Instead, she has been a constant presence on the sidelines at Wimbledon, supporting Shelton as she did during the recent French Open.
Rodman has been frequently featured on ESPN’s broadcasts, often captured in emotional moments with Shelton’s family—his father, Bryan, and sister, Emma. After Shelton’s impressive four-set victory over Lorenzo Sonego on Monday, Rodman took to her Instagram to clarify her identity and express her desire for privacy concerning her family.
“For those who don’t know… my name is TRINITY, not Tiffany,” she conveyed in her post, accompanied by a simple image. Rodman further elaborated, stating, “For Ben’s matches, he has his family there as his support system, which includes his dad. My dad’s not even in MY life; there’s no need to bring him up during HIS matches. It’s his moment with his loved ones. Thank you.”
Seeking Identity and Privacy
This statement underscores Rodman’s ongoing request to be identified on her terms, distinct from her father, a former NBA player known for his time with the Chicago Bulls, with whom she has a complicated relationship. Since publicly acknowledging their relationship earlier this year, Rodman and Shelton have garnered significant buzz, particularly following Shelton’s rise in tennis, including a notable performance at the U.S. Open in 2023.
Shelton’s Journey in Tennis
Shelton’s journey in Grand Slam events has seen him reach the semifinals at the 2025 Australian Open, where he faced Sinner, the same player he hopes to defeat in the upcoming round at Wimbledon. With Rodman cheering him on, Shelton aims to overcome the hurdles that have thus far kept him from claiming a major title. This story originally aired on Athlon Sports on July 9, 2025, highlighting the dynamic between two of America’s rising stars in sports.
