“It’s not always a bed of roses": Andre Agassi opens up about marital struggles as Steffi Graf's influence on his life emerges

Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf have built a marriage that has lasted through fame, personal struggles and the pressures of professional sport. When the tennis legends celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary in October 2025, their relationship drew renewed attention. Behind their long-standing bond, however, lies a story of difficult moments, emotional challenges and the steady support that helped them stay together. Agassi has often credited his wife with bringing stability to his life, while people close to the couple have described their relationship as strong but far from perfect.Andre Agassi credited Steffi Graf for changing his lifeLast year, Agassi marked their anniversary with a heartfelt message on social media, writing, “24 years with this wonderful woman. Happy Anniversary Steffi, you are my unicorn!”According to a source quoted by Heat, Graf played a significant role in helping Agassi maintain the stability he needed after overcoming his past struggles with substance use. The insider said Agassi had already stopped using drugs before their relationship began in 1999, but credited his wife with helping him remain on track.“Without Steffi by his side things could have turned out very differently for Andre, everyone that knows him would agree that she’s been a great influence on his life.”The couple married in a private ceremony, choosing jeans and bare feet instead of a traditional wedding celebration. They welcomed their son Jaden shortly afterwards and later had their daughter Jaz.Despite their sporting achievements, the couple chose to raise their children away from the pressure of professional tennis. Their son pursued baseball, while their daughter developed interests in dance and horseback riding.Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf's marriage faced its share of strugglesTheir relationship has not been without disagreements. The same insider told Heat that the tennis legends experience arguments and difficult periods like other couples.“It’s not always a bed of roses, they’re still human,” the source said.The insider added that Agassi sometimes struggles with his emotions, while Graf's calm personality helps keep their family grounded.Away from the spotlight, the couple have built a quiet life in Las Vegas. Both reportedly prefer spending time at home with their children and a small circle of friends rather than attending celebrity events.Interestingly, their home does not display their Grand Slam trophies. Graf once revealed, “We only have our children's trophies. Jaden from baseball and Jaz from hip-hop dancing.”As their children grow older, the former champions have found more time for their shared interests. They still play tennis together for fun, while Agassi has also embraced pickleball and made his professional debut in 2025.Their marriage may have faced difficult moments, but their shared values, family life and mutual support have remained central to their relationship.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.