Ex-Manchester United footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger and former tennis champion Ana Ivanovic have officially ended their marriage after nine years together.
The couple's divorce was confirmed through a statement from Ivanovic's legal representative, Christian Schertz, who cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for their separation.
The lawyer emphasised that no additional statements would be forthcoming from either party.
The announcement brings an end to months of speculation about the status of their relationship, with the sporting power couple maintaining silence on the matter until an official confirmation.
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|Bastian Schweinsteiger and Ana Ivanovicwere last spotted together at Berlin's Laver Cup
The pair first crossed paths in 2014 whilst Schweinsteiger was playing for Bayern Munich.
Their romance quickly progressed, with the German midfielder proposing in a London park that he specially rented for the occasion - the same location featured in the romantic film "Notting Hill".
Their lavish wedding ceremony took place in Venice during July 2016, with notable guests including footballer Lukas Podolski, tennis player Angelique Kerber, and skier Felix Neureuther, who served as best man.
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|The couple both enjoyed legendary sporting careers, with the German tasting success in the World Cup and the Serbian winning a Grand Slam
Both enjoyed stellar sporting careers, with Ivanovic claiming the 2008 French Open title and reaching world No 1 status.
Schweinsteiger lifted the World Cup with Germany in 2014 and secured numerous trophies with Bayern Munich before joining Manchester United in 2015.
The separation reportedly occurred two months ago, with the couple now residing in different countries.
Ivanovic has returned to her native Belgrade, where she lives near her family whilst caring for their childre.
Meanwhile, Schweinsteiger continues his television punditry commitments, which require frequent travel, though he maintains a base in Munich.
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Reports suggest their marriage faced increasing pressure due to conflicting schedules and geographical distance.
The demands of Schweinsteiger's broadcasting work meant extended periods apart, whilst Ivanovic preferred stability in Serbia where she could rely on family support for childcare responsibilities.
Their final public appearance together occurred at Berlin's Laver Cup last September.
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|The pair share three children ad have split after nine years
The couple have three sons together - Luca, Leon, and a third child whose name remains private.
Their youngest was born less than two years ago, whilst their older boys arrived in 2018 and 2019 respectively.
German media reported in June that Schweinsteiger was spotted with a new companion, identified only as "Silva", a Bulgarian woman he reportedly knows through their children's school.
The pair were photographed together in Mallorca after previously holidaying in Morocco.
Ivanovic was most recently seen attending this year's Wimbledon championships, the tournament where she reached the semi-finals in 2007.