Athletes Who Married Other Athletes

Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf

Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf

Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf are one of the greatest power couples in sports history. Both dominated professional tennis for years and are considered among the best players the game has ever seen. Agassi won eight Grand Slam singles titles and completed a career Grand Slam by winning all four major tournaments.

Graf was even more successful, capturing 22 Grand Slam singles titles and becoming the only player to achieve the Golden Slam by winning all four major tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in the same calendar year. The couple married in 2001 after meeting on the professional tennis circuit.

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Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens

Simone Biles, the pint-sized powerhouse of gymnastics, and football player Jonathan Owens met in 2020 on a dating app—because even gold medalists need a little help swiping right. Controversially,  Jonathan claimed he didn’t know who Simone was when they first connected. Yes, the most decorated gymnast in history, and he had no clue. 

Fast forward to May 2023, and the pair said “I do” in a dreamy Cabo San Lucas ceremony that had more flips and cheers than a gymnastics meet. With Simone’s Olympic medals and Jonathan’s NFL career, their trophy shelf is probably sturdier than most relationships.

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Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs’ quarterback, and Brittany Mahomes, a retired soccer player turned fitness entrepreneur, are the high school sweethearts who never fumbled their love story. The pair met as teens in Texas, where Patrick was already throwing touchdowns and Brittany was scoring goals.

After years of dating, Patrick popped the question in 2020, and the couple tied the knot in a lavish Hawaiian wedding in March 2022. Now, with two adorable kids and a shared love for sports, they’re the MVPs of both the NFL and family life. Brittany may have retired from soccer, but she’s still kicking it as Patrick’s biggest cheerleader.

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JJ Watt and Kealia Ohai

JJ Watt and Kealia Ohai

NFL athlete JJ Watt and Kealia Ohai, a former professional soccer player with a killer left foot, are a match made in sports heaven. The two were introduced by JJ’s former teammate, Brian Cushing, who also happens to be Kealia’s brother-in-law. Talk about keeping it in the (sports) family!

After dating for several years, JJ and Kealia tied the knot in February 2020 in a picturesque ceremony in the Bahamas. With JJ’s towering presence and Kealia’s speed and agility, they’re the perfect blend of strength and finesse. Now proud parents to a baby boy, the couple continues to prove that teamwork makes the dream work.

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Alex Morgan and Servando Carrasco

Alex Morgan and Servando Carrasco

Alex Morgan,a cornerstone of the U.S. Women’s National Team, and Servando Carrasco, a professional soccer player in his own right, are the ultimate soccer power couple. The two met while playing college soccer at the University of California, Berkeley, where their shared love for the beautiful game blossomed into something even more beautiful.

The couple tied the knot on New Year’s Eve in 2014 in a romantic ceremony in Santa Barbara, California. With Alex’s World Cup wins and Olympic gold medals and Servando’s professional soccer career, their household is basically a shrine to the sport.

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Lauren Holiday and Jrue Holiday

Lauren Holiday and Jrue Holiday

Lauren Holiday, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and former U.S. Women’s National Team soccer star, and NBA champion Jrue are a couple that defines resilience and love. The two met in college at UCLA, where Lauren was dominating the soccer field and Jrue was making waves on the basketball court.

The pair married in July 2013 in a heartfelt ceremony that marked the beginning of a partnership built on mutual respect and unwavering support. Their love was put to the test in 2016 when Lauren was diagnosed with a brain tumor while pregnant with their first child. Jrue took a leave of absence from the NBA to be by her side, showcasing the depth of their bond. Now, with two children and a shared commitment to philanthropy, the Holidays are a shining example of love conquering all.

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Hunter Woodhall and Tara Davis-Woodhall

Hunter Woodhall and Tara Davis-Woodhall

Hunter Woodhall and Tara Davis-Woodhall are one of the most successful couples in track and field today. Tara won the Olympic gold medal in the long jump at the 2024 Paris Olympics, while Hunter earned Paralympic gold in the T62 400-meter race just a few weeks later. Born with a condition called fibular hemimelia, Hunter had both legs amputated below the knee as a baby. He has since become one of the world's top Paralympic sprinters through years of determination and hard work.

The couple first met at a high school track meet in 2017 and married in 2022. They have supported each other through every stage of their athletic careers, and their emotional celebrations in Paris captured the attention of fans around the world. Together, they became the first married couple to each win gold medals at the same Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Andre Levrone, Jr.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Andre Levrone, Jr.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Andre Levrone Jr. are another well-known athletic couple. Sydney is one of the greatest track athletes of her generation. She has won multiple Olympic gold medals, broken the world record in the 400-meter hurdles several times, and is widely considered one of the most dominant runners in the sport.

Andre played wide receiver at the University of Virginia before signing with several NFL teams, including the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, and Jacksonville Jaguars, during his professional football career. The couple married in 2022 after meeting through mutual friends and quickly building a strong relationship based on their shared faith and athletic backgrounds.

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Zach and Julie Ertz

Zach and Julie Ertz

Zach and Julie Ertz have both enjoyed outstanding careers in professional sports. Zach became one of the NFL's top tight ends, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections and helping the Philadelphia Eagles win Super Bowl LII. Julie starred in soccer, winning Olympic gold with the United States in 2012 and helping the U.S. Women's National Team capture the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Both athletes reached the highest level of their sports through years of hard work and dedication. The couple married in 2017 after several years of dating and have supported each other throughout their careers.

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Candace Parker and Shelden Williams

Candace Parker and Shelden Williams

Candace Parker and Shelden Williams were one of basketball's most accomplished couples during their marriage. Candace is widely considered one of the greatest players in WNBA history. She won multiple league championships and MVP awards, earned two Olympic gold medals with Team USA, and became the first woman to dunk in an NCAA Tournament game.

Shelden also had an impressive basketball career, starring at Duke University before being selected fifth overall in the 2006 NBA Draft and playing several seasons in the NBA. The couple married in 2008 after meeting as college athletes and welcomed a daughter the following year. Although they later divorced, both reached the highest levels of professional basketball through years of talent and hard work.

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