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US soccer star Trinity Rodman fires back at ESPN broadcast for unwanted father mentions during Wimbledon

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July 8, 2025
US soccer star Trinity Rodman fires back at ESPN broadcast for unwanted father mentions during Wimbledon

Context:

Trinity Rodman, a prominent US women's soccer player, expressed her frustration with ESPN for mentioning her father, Dennis Rodman, during a Wimbledon broadcast. She emphasized that her father is not a part of her life and should not be referenced during her boyfriend Ben Shelton's tennis matches. Trinity criticized the mispronunciation of her name by ESPN commentators, clarifying that her name is Trinity, not Tiffany. She has publicly discussed her estranged relationship with her father, describing him as an absentee and alcoholic, and mentioning her lost hope for reconciliation. Despite a back injury, she continues to support Ben Shelton as he progresses in the Wimbledon tournament.

Dive Deeper:

  • Trinity Rodman criticized the ESPN broadcast for referencing her father, former NBA star Dennis Rodman, during Wimbledon coverage, highlighting that he is not involved in her life.

  • She expressed her displeasure on Instagram, stating that the focus during Ben Shelton's matches should be on him and his family, not her personal matters.

  • Trinity called out the ESPN team for mispronouncing her name, emphasizing that her name is Trinity, not Tiffany, which was accompanied by her using laughing emojis.

  • Previously, on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, Trinity shared details about her tumultuous relationship with her father, labeling him an absentee father and an alcoholic.

  • A past incident where Dennis Rodman made an unexpected appearance at Trinity's NWSL playoff game further diminished her hopes of re-establishing a relationship with him.

  • Trinity Rodman continues to support her boyfriend Ben Shelton at Wimbledon while managing a back injury, as he advances to face top-seeded Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals.

  • Despite these personal challenges, Trinity remains focused on her professional endeavors and supporting her loved ones, separating her personal history from her public persona.

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