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Ben Shelton will compete in the U.S. Open championship match on Sunday, but his girlfriend Trinity Rodman will not be in attendance to watch him play. The professional soccer player has a prior commitment that conflicts with the tennis final.
Rodman, a prominent member of the U.S. women’s national soccer team, is scheduled to play for the Washington Spirit of the NWSL against Boston Legacy FC on the same day. The midfielder was included in the starting lineup for the matchup, making it impossible for her to travel to New York to support Shelton.
Throughout Shelton’s impressive run to his first Grand Slam final, Rodman has been a frequent presence at Arthur Ashe Stadium. She attended several of his matches, including his quarterfinal victory over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, which concluded in the early morning hours and set a U.S. Open record for latest finish. During one of his earlier matches, she displayed her support by wearing a shirt with a heart and the message about her boyfriend.
Despite the geographical proximity between New York and Washington, Rodman’s professional obligations prevent her from attending the final. However, her proximity to the area may allow her to travel after her soccer match concludes.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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