American tennis champion Sloane Stephens and former professional soccer player Jozy Altidore have announced that they are ending their marriage. The couple, who were childhood sweethearts after meeting in middle school in Florida, recently filed for divorce in the state. Stephens shared a brief statement on social media confirming the decision, explaining that the separation was made with mutual respect. She expressed appreciation for the support they have received over the years and kindly requested privacy as they both move forward into a new chapter of their lives.
Stephens and Altidore became engaged in 2019 and were married in January 2022 in a ceremony held at the St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort. Over the years, both built impressive careers in their respective sports. Stephens rose to international prominence after winning the US Open in 2017 and later reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 3. Known for her resilience and athleticism, she has remained a respected figure in professional tennis.
Recently, Stephens has been focused on returning to top-level competition after recovering from a left foot injury. She qualified for the Australian Open, marking her first Grand Slam appearance in some time. Although her comeback continues to be a work in progress, she has shown determination in rebuilding her ranking and regaining momentum on the WTA Tour. Beyond tennis, Stephens has also been recognized for her charitable work through the Sloane Stephens Foundation, earning the prestigious Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award at the ESPYs in 2025 for her commitment to community outreach and youth programs.
Altidore, meanwhile, enjoyed a distinguished soccer career that included time with multiple Major League Soccer clubs and international appearances for the U.S. Men’s National Team. He scored 42 goals in 115 appearances for the United States and was named U.S. Soccer Federation Player of the Year twice. Following his playing career, he has expanded into sports ownership, recently joining an investment group that aims to bring a professional soccer team back to Oklahoma City. As both Stephens and Altidore continue their professional journeys separately, supporters from the tennis and soccer communities have expressed respect for their decision and well wishes for their futures.