American tennis champion Sloane Stephens and her husband, soccer star Jozy Altidore, have officially filed for divorce in Florida, according to reports from Page Six. The split is described as amicable, marking the end of their marriage that began in January 2022.
Childhood Sweethearts Tie the Knot
The couple, who first met as middle school students at Boca Prep in Florida, became childhood sweethearts before getting engaged in 2019. They celebrated their union with a lavish ceremony at the upscale St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami Beach, a highlight of their relationship that has now come to a close.
Stephens' Tennis Comeback Amid Personal Changes
Stephens, aged 32, has recently returned to professional tennis after a period of recovery from a left foot injury. She qualified for the Australian Open, her first major tournament since a loss to Aryna Sabalenka in 2025. Despite being eliminated in the first round by Karolina Pliskova, she is set to continue her comeback at the WTA 500 tournament in Merida, Mexico later this month.
In July 2025, Stephens was honored with the Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award at the ESPYs, recognizing her decade-long work through her foundation. This accolade underscores her contributions beyond the court during a challenging personal time.
Altidore's Soccer Career and New Ventures
Altidore, 36, is a renowned figure in American soccer, having been named U.S. Soccer Player of the Year twice and participating in two World Cups. His career included stints with English Premier League clubs Hull City and Sunderland, as well as Spanish team Villarreal.
Recently, Altidore joined NBA star Russell Westbrook as part of the OKC for Soccer ownership group, which has acquired the rights to a USL Championship team formerly known as the OKC Energy. The group aims to launch a team in a new stadium in downtown Oklahoma City by 2028, showcasing his ongoing involvement in sports beyond his playing days.
As both athletes navigate this personal transition, their professional pursuits continue to draw attention, with Stephens focusing on her tennis resurgence and Altidore expanding into soccer ownership.
