Former US Open champion Sloane Stephens took to Instagram to share a loving birthday message for her husband Jozy Altidore as he turned 33 today. Altidore plays for the MLS club New England Revolution and has over 100 caps for the US men’s national soccer team. Despite his own busy schedule, he often travels with Stephens on tour to cheer her on from the stands.
The American tennis star married the soccer player in January 2022 in an intimate outdoor ceremony in Florida. Their relationship began in 2016 and they got engaged in April 2019 while on vacation in Mexico.
Sloane Stephens’ heartfelt birthday wish for husband Jozy Altidore
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In her Instagram post, Posting pictures of them together, Stephens wrote “Happy Birthday to my love ?? @jozyaltidore
So grateful to be able to celebrate today with you! Wishing you nothing but continued health and blessings and a forever together ??”.
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Stephens reflected on how Altidore has been by her side through all the ups and downs of her professional tennis career. “You’ve seen me at my highest highs and lowest lows on the court. Your encouragement and belief in me helps me push through the tough times,” she said. According to Stephens, Altidore goes out of his way to prioritize her career, even rearranging his own plans. Their shared experience as athletes has brought them closer, and Stephens says she found a soulmate in Altidore who understands her pressures like no one else.
The special bond between the pair
Speaking to Tennis Magazine last year, Stephens opened up about finding a soulmate in Altidore. “We just get each other in a way nobody else does. He understands the pressures and demands of being a professional athlete,” she said. Their shared experience of competing at an elite level has brought them even closer.
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As she wished Altidore a memorable birthday, Stephens expressed her gratitude for all his support. As a professional athlete himself, Altidore understands the pressures and demands of competing at an elite level. Stephens said he has seen her during her most triumphant victories as well as her most devastating defeats on the court. Despite the ups and downs, Altidore’s encouragement and belief in her abilities help motivate Stephens to push through the tough times.
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