Amid the drama of suspended play at Wimbledon 2025, Ben Shelton delivered a dominant performance on the court—while his girlfriend, USWNT star Trinity Rodman, cheered him on from the stands. The American tennis sensation matched Andy Roddick’s record with a swift third-round victory, needing just four points and about a minute to seal the win after a controversial delay.
Rodman, who has been a constant presence in Shelton’s box, passionately celebrated his success, adding a personal highlight to his professional triumph. Their high-profile relationship continues to captivate fans as Shelton advances in the tournament.
- Ben Shelton’s girlfriend Trinity Rodman has been a vocal supporter during his Wimbledon 2025 run, even playfully mocking her viral “love stare” caught on camera during his suspended second-round match. [sportskeeda.com]
- Shelton credits his sister Emma as his “lucky charm” during his undefeated Wimbledon campaign, humorously pleading with her employer Morgan Stanley for extended leave to keep her courtside. [ftw.usatoday.com]
- The American tennis star faced controversial match suspensions at Wimbledon 2025, mirroring compatriot Taylor Fritz’s earlier experience, while Rodman publicly defended his performance. [sportskeeda.com]
Who is Ben Shelton’s girlfriend Trinity Rodman? USWNT star steals spotlight at Wimbledon
American tennis star Ben Shelton has been making waves at Wimbledon 2025, but his powerhouse girlfriend Trinity Rodman is garnering nearly as much attention. The 22-year-old Washington Spirit forward and USWNT standout has been courtside for all of Shelton’s matches, showing vibrant support that went viral after cameras caught her loving gaze during a controversial match suspension.
The young sports power couple first sparked dating rumors earlier this year when Rodman began appearing regularly at Shelton’s tournaments. Their relationship blossomed as both were establishing themselves as rising stars in their respective sports – Shelton breaking into tennis’ top 10 and Rodman becoming a dominant force in the NWSL and national team.
Why was Ben Shelton’s Wimbledon match suspended? The controversial call explained
Shelton’s second-round match became the center of controversy when officials suspended play due to darkness with the American leading 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-2, 5-5. The decision came at a crucial moment, forcing Shelton to return the next day to complete just 71 seconds of play to secure victory.
This wasn’t isolated – fellow American Taylor Fritz faced similar suspension drama in his first-round match. The tournament’s strict scheduling policies have drawn criticism, especially when matches are halted at pivotal moments despite players being willing to continue.
How Shelton responded to the suspension
The fiery American took a subtle jab at the situation on social media, posting “Guess we’ll finish this tomorrow… or in 69 seconds?” after the controversial call. His girlfriend Trinity Rodman showed support in the comments, adding fuel to the viral moment.
Inside Trinity Rodman’s viral Wimbledon moments cheering for Ben Shelton
Rodman became an instant social media sensation during Wimbledon, with clips of her intensely supporting Shelton amassing millions of views. One particularly beloved moment showed her captivated gaze as Shelton wrapped up his suspended match in just 69 seconds the following day.
The soccer star has developed a reputation for her animated courtside reactions, from jumping out of her seat after big points to offering strategic advice during changeovers. Her presence has drawn comparisons to other famous athlete couples like Alex Morgan and Servando Carrasco.
Ben Shelton’s Wimbledon run: How far can the American star go?
Currently ranked world No. 10, Shelton is pursuing his first Grand Slam title after reaching semifinals at both the 2023 US Open and 2025 Australian Open. His powerful serve-and-volley game has translated well to Wimbledon’s grass courts, where he advanced to the fourth round in 2024.
With Rodman cheering him on, Shelton has shown newfound mental toughness in navigating tournament controversies and high-pressure moments. His next challenge comes against Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego as he looks to make another deep Wimbledon run.
Shelton’s family support system
The young star also drew attention for successfully lobbying Morgan Stanley to grant his sister Emma additional time off to stay at Wimbledon. The investment bank acquiesced, allowing her to join Rodman in Shelton’s player box for his fourth-round match.
What’s next for tennis’ hottest power couple?
With Shelton establishing himself as a consistent Grand Slam contender and Rodman a key player for both club and country, the duo appears poised for even greater success. Their relationship offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two young athletes navigating fame, pressure, and long-distance demands.
As Wimbledon progresses, all eyes will be on both Shelton’s on-court performance and Rodman’s spirited support. Their combined star power makes them one of sports’ most compelling couples heading into the 2025 season’s second half.
Shelton and Rodman are such a power couple 😍 Love seeing athletes supporting each other. Also, glad he got through that Wimbledon suspension drama!
Power couple? More like PR couple. They’re just milking the attention.
That suspension was a joke. How can you stop a match at that point? Wimbledon officials need to get it together.
Trinity’s stare during the match was adorable 🥰 Can’t blame her – Shelton’s game is fire right now.
Adorable? She looked like a puppy waiting for treats. Distracting AF.
Let people enjoy things! Athletes can have emotions too.
Shelton matching Roddick’s record while dealing with Wimbledon’s questionable calls? King behavior 👑
All this talk about his girlfriend when he’s playing insane tennis? Focus on the game, people.