Exploring Sloane Stephens and Jozy Altidore’s love story that took years to build before their marriage came to an end

Sloane Stephens and Jozy Altidore’s relationship began long before they became a famous sports couple. The tennis star and former U.S. soccer international first met as children in Florida before losing touch as their sporting careers took them in different directions. Years later, they unexpectedly reunited and turned their childhood connection into a serious relationship, eventually getting married in 2022.Their marriage, however, came to an end four years later. Stephens announced their separation in February 2026, saying they had decided to end their marriage while asking for privacy.Inside Sloane Stephens and Jozy Altidore’s love story Sloane Stephens and Jozy Altidore first knew each other while attending Boca Prep International School in Florida. Stephens was in fifth grade, while Altidore was two grades ahead. Their childhood friendship eventually faded as both pursued successful careers in professional sports.The two reunited in 2016 at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California. Altidore was attending a U.S. men’s national team camp, while Stephens was training for the Fed Cup. Their unexpected meeting quickly brought their old connection back.“I was doing a media scrum in the hallway during a U.S. Men’s National team camp. Sloane was there training for Fed Cup in Hawaii,” Altidore previously told Vogue of their reunion. “Sloane turned the corner while having a loud conversation on FaceTime. We locked eyes and started talking during the scrum.”The pair exchanged numbers and later went to dinner after one of Altidore’s games.Their relationship eventually led to an emotional proposal in April 2019. Altidore surprised Stephens at an art gallery in Los Angeles. Instead of paintings, the space was filled with huge photographs celebrating their relationship and the people closest to Stephens.The couple later announced their engagement on social media.They married on January 1, 2022, at the St. Regis Bal Harbour in Miami Beach. Their wedding carried strong family significance. Stephens had lost both grandparents in the same week in 2021. She honoured their memory by wrapping their handkerchiefs around her bridal bouquet.Since they split due to growing apart over time, Stephens has appeared determined to move forward. During a recent Instagram Q&A, she described herself as happy and focused on enjoying the present.“Yes! Absolutely life maxing right now. Living for now, saying yes to more, making the memories, and enjoying every moment as it comes. Life moves fast and I don’t want to miss the good parts waiting for the “right” time,” she posted.Her focus has also returned to tennis. Stephens recently reached the quarterfinals of the Guadalajara Open. She later explained that her ranking had limited her opportunities during the Asian swing.She is now preparing for tournaments in Edmond, Oklahoma, and New Braunfels, Texas, as she looks to improve her ranking before the end of the year.Jozy Altidore, meanwhile, was last seen on field during the New England Revolution’s Major League Soccer (MLS) win over Inter Miami CF.From childhood friends to married partners and now separate paths, Stephens and Altidore’s story has gone through several chapters. Their divorce marks the end of their marriage, but Stephens’ recent outlook suggests she is embracing what comes next.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.