Sloane Stephens and Jozy Altidore Officially Announce Divorce After Four Years of Marriage
American tennis player Sloane Stephens and her husband, former U.S. soccer striker Jozy Altidore, have officially announced their divorce, bringing an end to their four-year marriage. The couple, who are childhood sweethearts, filed for divorce in Florida, with Stephens confirming the news in a social media post on Saturday.
Social Media Announcement and Details of the Split
Stephens, 32, shared the announcement on her social media accounts, writing: 'Jozy and I have decided to end our marriage. With peace, I am navigating this transition with mutual respect and kindly ask for privacy during this time. Thank you for your love, understanding, and continued support.' The couple got engaged in 2019 and married in January 2022 in a lavish ceremony at the St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami Beach, Florida.
Stephens and Altidore, 36, first met as middle school students at Boca Prep in Florida, forging a long-term relationship that culminated in their marriage. However, after four years together, they have now decided to part ways, with Stephens confirming the split in her statement.
Career Highlights of Stephens and Altidore
Sloane Stephens is a former world No. 3 tennis player and the champion of the 2017 US Open, which remains her only Grand Slam title to date. Currently ranked outside the top 750 in women's tennis, she continues to compete professionally while managing this personal transition.
Jozy Altidore retired from professional soccer 13 months ago, concluding a two-decade career. He earned 115 caps for the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT), scoring 42 goals, and had a brief stint in the English Premier League with clubs like Hull City and Sunderland.
The divorce filing marks a significant personal change for both athletes, who have been in the public eye throughout their careers. Fans and followers have expressed support for the couple as they navigate this new chapter separately.
