Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird split

The news of their breakup has shocked fans who viewed the couple as an iconic duo in both the sports and LGBTQ+ communities.

Insiders suggest that the transition to life after retirement created unforeseen tensions that the pair could not resolve.

Their popular podcast will also come to an end as they move forward with their independent lives.

Both Rapinoe and Bird have requested privacy during this time, emphasizing their continued support for one another's future endeavors.