Looks like ‘Expect the Unexpected’ is the theme for 2025. It’s already the third month of the new year, and we’re witnessing some unbelievable development. The latest buzz surrounds the ongoing love saga between USWNT forward Trinity Rodman and tennis superstar Ben Shelton. Over the past few days, the two American athletes have made headlines for their obvious flirting. However, the latest activity sees Rodman adding more fuel to the already blazing dating rumors with Shelton!

It all stems from the recent social media activity of the two lovebirds. Recently, the two-time ATP winner posted a carousel of five pictures on Instagram. Agree or not, they were some interesting, aesthetic shots, with Shelton sharing glimpses of his life lately—until you get to the last slide. There, he is seen taking a standing mirror selfie in an elevator, his arms wrapped around the waist of…drum roll..yep you guessed it right…Trinity Rodman.

The daughter of Dennis Rodman can also be seen keeping her right hand on Shelton’s shoulder while not completely showcasing her face, but giving an adorable kiss on his cheeks. Notably, the 22-year-old shared all of this with a caption, “I been focused, but I’m steady climbin’, I’m nowhere near my peak.” Now given that Rodman was also featured in the carousal post, she had to make a comment. Interestingly, it read, “Shooters shoot I guess 🤭👀.”

Oh. My. God. (Yes, exactly the way Janice Hosenstein from F.R.I.E.N.D.S used to say it) Is this happening for real? Does it mean Rodman and Shelton are finally dating together? Now we know there hasn’t been some kind of official statement given by either of the two regarding the potential dating rumors. But as they say, a picture is worth enough for a thousand words—adding Rodman’s cheeky comment—they potentially seem to have begun their love journey.

As for the reactions of fans, we bet they must be excited too. Well, so much so that the post has garnered over 56,000 likes. Trin’s comment alone has over 759 likes, with both soccer and tennis fanbase going in awe over the latest sparking of dating rumors. In fact, the buzz looks more than from how they had earlier begun this love saga!

How did it all begin between Trinity Rodman and Ben Shelton?

Well, there is no exact trace of how both Trinity Rodman and Ben Shelton even came to each other’s radar. But there is one instance to recall. Earlier, both star athletes took to TikTok for a playful exchange, fueling fresh dating speculation. Rodman first shared a short clip featuring the song “ILBB2” by Glorilla and Jorjiana, emphasizing the lyric, “They say shooters shoot.”

In her caption, she wrote, “_ _ _ wassup w you,” prompting fans to guess that the missing letters spelled “BEN.” Not long after, Shelton responded with his own video, captioned, “T _ _ _ _ _ _ wsp with you,” strongly hinting at “TRINITY.” To add to the buzz, Shelton commented on Rodman’s post with “Ain’t no way,” further intensifying speculation.

Interestingly, Rodman received backing for this potential “soft launch” from USWNT legend Kelley O’Hara. During a recent episode of the Sports Are Fun! podcast by Just Women’s Sports, O’Hara was asked whether she thought Rodman and Shelton were hinting at a romance and if fans were enjoying their public flirting. Without hesitation, she replied, “100%, I think it’s so cute.” She further added, “I feel like when it’s two people in the public eye, it’s like, if you want to do it, go for it, you know?” Kelley further added, “I mean talk about a sports power couple.”

Part of the prediction also came true for former American tennis player Sam Querrey, who discussed the TikTok incident on the latest episode of the Nothing Major podcast alongside his fellow panelists Jack Sock, John Isner, and Steve Johnson. While acknowledging that Ben was flirting with Trinity, Querrey also hinted at the possibility of seeing the Washington Spirit forward with the tennis star around town. “I don’t know. Maybe we’ll see Trinity Rodman in Miami,” he added.

Judging by the latest post, it seems they might have finally met each other. Either way, we would like to know your take on this. Sound off in the comments.