Trinity Rodman Criticizes Wimbledon Broadcasters Over Estranged Father Mentions

Trinity Rodman, a star forward for the U.S. women's national soccer team and Washington Spirit, has been attending Wimbledon to support her boyfriend, tennis player Ben Shelton, but has expressed frustration over broadcasters repeatedly mentioning her estranged father, NBA legend Dennis Rodman, during Shelton's matches. Rodman clarified on Instagram that her name is often mispronounced and emphasized that her father is not part of her life, asking commentators to respect Shelton's family moment without bringing her father into the coverage. She has openly discussed her complicated relationship with Dennis Rodman, describing him as an absentee father and highlighting the emotional challenges she has faced. Broadcasters, including the BBC and ESPN, have frequently referenced Dennis Rodman during Shelton's matches, which Trinity Rodman finds intrusive and inappropriate. Shelton, who is experiencing a breakthrough at Wimbledon with his first Grand Slam quarterfinal appearance, has the support of his family present at the tournament, contrasting with Trinity's estrangement from her father. The situation has brought attention to Trinity Rodman's personal life amid the tennis tournament and her role as a supportive partner to Shelton.