Gay male athletes 2025

Despite this support, men’s tennis has not had an openly gay player until Joao Lucas Reis da Silva, ranked th in the world, came out in an Instagram post in December. With only one out.

More athletes are coming out each season, proving how much visibility matters. These six trailblazers show that coming out isn’t just a personal act, it’s a powerful way to spark change and inspire others. Here are six LGBTQIA+ athletes making history right now.