How did Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi get together despite the American’s marriage to Hollywood fame Brooke Shields?

A timeline of the epic love story of Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi.

How did Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi get together despite the American’s marriage to Hollywood fame Brooke Shields?

Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi (Via Open Source/X)

Tennis greats Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf are some of the best players that the sport has witnessed. Both individual greats somehow ended up together in real life. Happily married together for over 13 years, here is a rundown of their love story.

Backstory to their love story 

The whole tennis world was aware of the brilliance of Andre Agassi on the tennis field, but he was gaining fandom for being married to Hollywood fame Brooke Shields. The two met in 1993 at a tennis game and went on a date to begin their time together.

Soon, they tied the knot in 1997 and had a lavish party celebrating their love. Unfortunately, the marriage was short-lived, and the couple broke up after a couple of years. 

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Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi
Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi (Via Imago)

However, not many knew that this divorce cleared Agassi’s views on his love life. The American had also revealed to have a major crush on Steffi Graf ever since her interview in France. Graf, on her part, was already in a relationship with a racer, Michael Bartels.

I was taken by Steffi back in the early 90s and futile efforts to get to meet her and talk to her then
Agassi in a 2018 interview with former Indian tennis player, Vijay Amritraj

Agassi’s crush

Agassi had revealed to Vogue India that he had a crush on German Steffi Graf even before they met. Stunned by her dazzling beauty, Agassi tried to get in touch but his efforts were in vain as there was no reply from Graf. Luckily, his luck was about to change as the American got a one-time opportunity to dance with Graf at the Wimbledon ball.

Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi
Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi (via LAURENT ZABULON/GAMMA-RAPHO/GETTY)

Wimbledon ball

The prestigious Wimbledon always had a ritual where the two winners (men and women) danced together on the ball. Surprisingly, it was Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf who stood victorious and were awarded a dance together.

Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi
Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi( Via DAVID GILES – PA IMAGES/PA IMAGE/GETTY)

The American had a window of opportunity to try his luck, but for the first time, Wimbledon called off the dance, leaving Agassi in vain. Nonetheless, there was a formal introduction between the two in Wimbledon, and he explained himself to the German, trying to clean the slate. 

I don’t get to dance with Steffi, but there will be a kind of consolation match: a formal introduction. I look forward to it all night. Then it happens.
pens down Agassi in his book

First meetup after divorce

Agassi’s marriage with Shields lasted for a couple of years, and even before the divorce was finalized, the 8-time Grand Slam winner had started planning to chase after Graf. 

Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi
Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi (via RON C. ANGLE/GETTY)

With a little bit of luck, the two had a joint practice session in 1999 when Agassi sent a bouquet of roses and a well-written letter to the German’s room. 

He's married, I've got a boyfriend.' It was all a little confusing to me.
Graf in the interview

Initially confused by his intentions, she reminded Agassi of her boyfriend. Soon, she learned about his divorce, and things became much clearer for the German. From then on, the pace picked up, and love between them started to brew.

Most adored couple in tennis

The two tennis pros were in a relationship, and the world cheered them on, making them one of the most adored couples in the sport. Soon they tied the knot in 2001, right after Graf announced her pregnancy. In a low-key ceremony, the two tied the knot and welcomed their first child in October 2001. 

Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi
Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi (Via Daily Mail)

Following their first child was another one in 2003. Unfortunately, their kids did not play tennis, possibly ending Agassi’s legacy in the sport. They remain one of the most adored couples in the sport and are loved by everyone. Their love remains intact as Agassi continues his adorable posts for his wife and sets a big for other couples to follow. 

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