Trinity Rodman, Ben Shelton and how high-profile relationships affect soccer careers
Briefly

The announcement of tennis player Ben Shelton and USWNT player Trinity Rodman's relationship marks another chapter in the history of high-profile sports couples. The pair, both 22, shared their 'Instagram official' moment, standardizing the public launch of relationships in modern culture. Drawing parallels to the famous couple of David and Victoria Beckham, the article delves into the challenges faced by celebrity athletes as they navigate their careers and personal lives under the scrutiny of media and fans, highlighting past relationship tensions fueled by professional commitments.
Having one of his players dating a Spice Girl was a long way short of ideal for Ferguson, who wanted his player to marry a local girl that wasn't a superstar.
Beckham would drive through the night from Manchester to see Adams in London, even if they just had, in Beckham's words, just seven minutes together.
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