Ashley Harkleroad is dealing with a major development in her personal life after more than a decade of marriage.
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According to court records, her husband, Chuck Adams, filed for separation on April 14, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple, who married in 2009, share two children, ages 17 and 15. Adams is seeking joint custody, with physical custody going to Harkleroad, along with visitation rights. He has also requested that the court terminate any potential spousal support.
The split comes after a long relationship rooted in tennis. Adams competed professionally in the 1990s before later coaching, including working closely with Harkleroad during her career.
Harkleroad, who turned pro at just 15, quickly rose through the ranks. She reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 39 in 2003, a breakout season that included a strong run in Charleston, where she knocked off multiple top-20 players. That performance helped establish her as one of the rising names in American tennis at the time.
She later reached a WTA final in Auckland and found success in doubles as well, though injuries slowed parts of her career. Harkleroad officially retired in 2012 but remained a recognizable figure in the sport and beyond.
Now, after more than 16 years together, the couple appears headed in separate directions, marking a new chapter for both.
