Alexander Zverev Slams Flirting Rumors Involving Trinity Rodman After US Open
Alexander Zverev strongly dismissed social media speculation that he attempted to flirt with Trinity Rodman, partner of tennis player Ben Shelton, after the US Open final.
Alexander Zverev firmly denied any intention of flirting with Trinity Rodman, the partner of American tennis player Ben Shelton, following the US Open final.
"No, no, no. Definitely not," Zverev said this week addressing the social media rumors. "I love Ben, I love his dad, I love his whole family. I like Trinity very much. I think anyone who thinks I was flirting or something like that is an idiot."
The controversy began after Zverev defeated Shelton in the US Open final earlier this month. Rodman, a professional soccer player for the Washington Spirit in the NWSL, arrived at the Arthur Ashe Stadium near the end of the match to support her partner.
During his victory speech, Zverev noticed her in the stands and remarked: "Trinity, I thought you had a game today, right? Well done to you too. You're a good luck charm. Not today, but usually." The comments sparked online speculation among users who interpreted them as flirtatious.
Zverev had already praised Rodman immediately after the final for making the effort to travel to New York following her own match, expressing surprise at seeing her in the stands given her tight schedule. Now, he has clarified that there is nothing more to the interaction.
