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Trinity Rodman's 'Crazy' First Move on Ben Shelton
17 Aug
Summary
- Rodman initiated contact with Shelton via direct message with an 'embarrassing' opening.
- She invited Shelton to her house for the weekend upon their first in-person meeting.
- Shelton helped Rodman with 'breaking down boxes,' sealing their relationship.
Trinity Rodman, a prominent soccer athlete, shared the surprising beginnings of her relationship with tennis star Ben Shelton. Rodman initiated contact through direct messages, recalling her opening line as "You're sick, fire emoji," which she found embarrassing. Shelton responded within ten minutes, and despite the awkwardness, Rodman appreciated his reply.
Their first in-person meeting was unconventional; Rodman invited Shelton to stay at her house for the entire weekend, a decision she described as "crazy" and "insane." During his visit, Shelton impressed Rodman by spontaneously helping her with a task, which she considered a sign he was "a keeper."
The couple, now a recognizable pair in sports, publicly confirmed their relationship in March 2025. They consistently support each other at their respective sporting events. Rodman embraces the "WAG" label, seeing it as an addition to her identity as an elite athlete rather than a defining characteristic.
