Early admiration: Agassi first became captivated by Graf in the early 1990s through a French TV interview, calling her “understated grace” and “effortless beauty” .
First meeting (Wimbledon 1992): Both champions at Wimbledon that year, they finally met at the post-tournament event—though the traditional champion’s dance was canceled, their introduction sparked what would become a lifelong connect
Pre-relationship era: While Agassi was married to Brooke Shields (1997–1999) and Graf dated Michael Bartels (1992–1999), they remained professionally aware of each other .
Reconnection & courtship: Their coaches arranged a mixed practice in 1999, leading to rose bouquets, heartfelt letters, and Agassi finally expressing his admiration. Graf separated from Bartels and moved into Agassi’s home in Las Vegas soon after they began dating that Se
Wedding & children: They married quietly on October 22, 2001, barefoot and dressed in jeans in their Las Vegas courtyard, with only their mothers and a judge present. Just four days later, their son Jaden Gil was born; their daughter Jaz Elle followed in 2003 .
Balanced parenting: They deliberately discouraged their children from pursuing tennis professionally; Jaden now plays baseball and represents Germany interno Their E
Mutual respect and shared values: Agassi once called proposing to Graf “the highest point” of his life—calling her “the hardest to win” .
Cherished rituals: Agassi introduced Graf at her Tennis Hall of Fame induction in 2004 with a deeply emotional speech, calling her words “not large enough” to describe his love .
Partner, not opponent: They adopted a rule in family pickleball: never play against each other, always on the same side—symbolizing their unified approach in life and relationship .ree-dates” family tradition**: Agassi described gathering the three couples—parents plus each of their adult kids and their partners—for open, age-respectful conversation—it helps maintain strong bonds across generations .
Everyday connection: They love spending time cooking, hiking, shopping, and just being together, calling that “the true life”—all while keeping their love fresh after 23+ years of marriage .
1991 Agassi spots Graf in French TV interview
1992 First formal meeting at Wimbledon
1999 Begin dating, post-practice reconnect
2001‑10‑22 Married in Las Vegas
2001 & 2003 Birth of Jaden Gil and Jaz Elle
2004 Graf inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame; Agassi introduced her
2025 Still together after 23 years, active in charity work, pickleball
After nearly a lifetime of dual Grand Slam dominance (they’ve won a combined 30 majors), Agassi and Graf have transitioned their competitive spirits into life partnership. Their romance is anchored by deep respect, playful connection, and conscious life choices. They’ve grown stronger by choosing to be teammates—in sport, in parenting, and in love
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