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Trinity Rodman, Shelton’s girlfriend and Washington Spirit star, may miss the US Open final if her 1 p.m. NWSL match in Boston conflicts with the final’s 2 p.m. kickoff in New York. She’s balanced attending Shelton’s matches with her own season, having supported him at several events this year, while Shelton pursues a potential historic Grand Slam run.
Trinity Rodman returned to Washington Spirit training after attending her boyfriend Ben Shelton's marathon US Open match that ended at 3:33 a.m. ET, driving five hours from New York to join practice by 11 a.m. ET and arriving 90 minutes early. She posted a TikTok from the day and was back in gear ahead of the Spirit's Sept. 13 game against Boston Legacy, with a potential scheduling clash looming if Shelton advances to the semifinal against Frances Tiafoe on Sept. 11.
US tennis star Ben Shelton and US soccer Olympic champion Trinity Rodman—who began dating in 2025—explain how they balance the pressures of elite sport by prioritizing mental resilience, honest communication, and showing up for each other, from Rodman attending Shelton’s matches and cheering him on to Shelton supporting Rodman at Spirit games, all while managing a long-distance relationship and grueling schedules.
Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a record-length four-and-a-half-hour US Open showdown, sealing the win with a 146-mph ace. Shelton’s girlfriend, pro soccer player Trinity Rodman, cheered from the stands, wearing an orange hat and even keeping a tiny Shelton figurine in front of her, capturing the couple’s playful moment after the win.
Trinity Rodman will suit up for the Washington Spirit in a pivotal NWSL clash rather than attend the U.S. Open final with boyfriend Ben Shelton, demonstrating her commitment to her team while continuing to support Shelton. The couple’s high-profile relationship has sparked scrutiny and headlines about balancing two pro careers, but Rodman resists being defined by the WAG narrative and stays focused on her own path.
Trinity Rodman posted a video of herself celebrating Ben Shelton’s dramatic late-night victory over Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open, as he advanced to the semifinals in a five-set thriller that finished at 3:33 a.m. at Arthur Ashe Stadium; Shelton will face Frances Tiafoe in the semifinals, with a potential moment for an American Grand Slam title drought to end if he wins.
A viral moment at the US Open shows Trinity Rodman, the soccer star and daughter of NBA legend Dennis Rodman, dancing in the stands and celebrating her boyfriend Ben Shelton’s match. The clip surprised viewers who learned of her famous father, underscoring her own successful career with Washington Spirit/USWNT while dating Shelton.
Brazil beat the U.S. women’s national team 2-1 in a São Paulo friendly after Sophia Wilson opened for the US; Taina Maranhão and Bia Zaneratto struck for Brazil. The US held the edge in corners (7-3) and shots (9-8) but had only two on target. They meet again Tuesday in Fortaleza. The US is 4-2 in 2026 (SheBelieves Cup champions), while Brazil, eyeing the 2027 Womens World Cup at home, looks to build on this win.
The USWNT opened the SheBelieves Cup with a 2-0 win over Argentina, with Lindsey Heaps scoring in the 19th minute and setting up Jaedyn Shaw for the second in the 56th. Claudia Dickey earned her seventh shutout, and sisters Gisele and Alyssa Thompson returned to the squad. However, Lilly Reale and Trinity Rodman left the game with injuries, casting uncertainty over their availability for the next match vs. Canada in Columbus.
Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman signed a three-year deal worth over $2 million per season, making her the highest-paid women’s soccer player globally, enabled by the NWSL’s High Impact Player Rule. The move preserves a top star in the U.S. and cements her as a role model, even as the pact draws scrutiny from the players’ union amid ongoing debates over pay and league salary rules.
Trinity Rodman signed a three-year contract with Washington Spirit reportedly worth about $2 million per year, making her the world's highest-paid female footballer and keeping her with the Spirit through 2028 amid a wave of big-money moves in the NWSL enabled by the league's High Impact Player rule.
Trinity Rodman signed a three-year deal with the Washington Spirit averaging over $1 million per year, making her the highest-paid player in women’s soccer. The move follows transfer rumors and comes as the NWSL salary cap rises (to $3.5M in 2026, then to $5.1M by 2030). The 2026 season starts March 13. Rodman, an Olympic gold medalist, called the agreement a game-changing moment and said it opens doors for American players.
Trinity Rodman was injured with crutches after a match against Monterrey, shortly after being called up to the USWNT, during a W Champions Cup game at Audi Field.
Trinity Rodman was helped off the field in tears during a Washington Spirit match due to an apparent leg injury and will undergo scans; she has a history of injuries and recently rejoined the USWNT, highlighting her importance and ongoing health concerns.
Ben Shelton celebrated his first ATP Masters 1000 win at the 2025 Canadian Open, overcoming Karen Khachanov in a tense final, and received heartfelt support from his girlfriend Trinity Rodman, who praised his perseverance and dedication.