Ben Shelton’s girlfriend, soccer star Trinity Rodman, demonstrated her support by cheering for him during his second-round match at the 2025 National Bank Open Presented by Rogers in Canada. Shelton secured a win against fellow American Brandon Nakashima, advancing further in the tournament thanks to this strong performance.
Throughout 2025, Shelton has made significant strides in his tennis career, including reaching the finals of the Australian Open before falling to World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who was also the defending champion. Additionally, Shelton achieved a quarterfinal spot at the Indian Wells Open, becoming the youngest American to do so since tennis legend Andy Roddick.
Rodman, the 2024 Paris Olympic gold medalist and a prominent forward for the Washington Spirit in the NWSL, shared moments of Shelton’s match on her Instagram story, highlighting her constant encouragement. The couple, who began dating early this year, have been visibly supportive of each other, with Rodman attending Shelton’s past matches at the Wimbledon Championships and the Munich Open. Shelton is set to face World No. 17 Italian player Flavio Cobolli for his third match at the Canadian Open.
Ben Shelton Discusses Managing Life in the Spotlight with Trinity Rodman
In a July 9, 2025, interview with Town and Country Magazine, two-time ATP Tour singles title winner Ben Shelton reflected on navigating fame alongside Trinity Rodman, who recently won the NWSL Championships and earned two major accolades in the same year. Shelton acknowledged the constant attention that comes with their public lives, noting the ever-present scrutiny and support.
“The spotlight or attention, it seems to always to be on. Regardless of what I’m doing there will be someone talking about me or posting about me, and it’s just the way life is these days. Obviously that’s all positive stuff, so it is great.”
—Ben Shelton, Professional Tennis Player
He also emphasized the shared experiences between the two athletes despite their different sports backgrounds, explaining the similarities they face as professionals representing the United States on international stages.
“It’s been cool to get to know someone who goes through a lot of the same things in the spotlight, the media attention, playing for the United States, and the contrast between soccer and tennis and the similarities of both being professional athletes.”
—Ben Shelton, Professional Tennis Player
Rodman’s Recovery and the Couple’s Recent Time Together
Following Shelton’s quarterfinal exit at Wimbledon against Jannik Sinner, Rodman, who is currently recovering from a back injury, took time for a vacation with him. Their relationship continues to be a solid support system as both juggle demanding careers and public attention. Their mutual presence at major tournaments underlines their commitment to backing each other through the highs and lows of competitive sports.