Dysfunctional relationships take on all kinds of forms with athletes. Typically, they're of the VH1 reality show variety, complete with rampant infidelity, seven-figure divorce settlements, and accusations of substance abuse. Sometimes, they end in tragedy (read: O.J. Simpson), but we've saved those criminals for another list. And, increasingly, they end in confusion (read: Manti Te'o). These not-so-happily-ever-after love stories inspired us to sign a prenuptial agreement, insist that we Skype with the Twitter follower we've been "dating," and countdown the The 25 Most Dysfunctional Relationships in Sports History.
Written By Sean Evans (@seanseaevans)
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