In a stunning twist that has rocked both the MLB and NASCAR worlds, social media personality Olivia Dunne and baseball phenom Paul Skenes appear to have called it quits—apparently with Dunne setting her sights on NASCAR star Chase Elliott, who is himself reportedly estranged from girlfriend Ashley Stephenson. Speculation is swirling amid cryptic social media moves, hushed rumors, and subtle but telling signals across their public profiles.
Olivia Dunne & Paul Skenes: From Power Couple to Public Separation?
Olivia Dunne, the former LSU gymnast-turned-influencer, and Pittsburgh Pirates rookie sensation Paul Skenes have been seemingly inseparable since their relationship went public in August 2023. Their bond, marked by mutual support—such as Skenes sending flowers and her favorite Raising Cane’s meal when Dunne was sidelined by injury—painted a picture of a strong, grounded partnership.
Yet cracks began appearing earlier this summer. On May 31, Dunne posted a carefree video from a Florida outing with friends—sparkling joy, but noticeably absent was any mention of Paul, prompting whispers of growing distance . Timed with a slump in Skenes’s performance, fans on X and Reddit started connecting the dots: could they be drifting apart?
Most recently, chatter on social media claims that Dunne has already moved on—this time to Chase Elliott. A TikTok rumor suggests she’s been spotted in NASCAR circles—though no verified photos or comments confirm their interaction. Meanwhile, Skenes seems to be keeping a poker face, focusing on his rotation schedule while Dunne travels and relaxes.
Chase Elliott & Ashley Stephenson: Another NASCAR Romance in Flux?
In parallel form, NASCAR champion Chase Elliott (current driver of the No. 9 Chevy at Hendrick Motorsports) and girlfriend Ashley Stephenson have seen their on-again, off-again relationship play out in full public view. Dating quietly since late 2024, their relationship has been under the microscope—private Instagram posts followed by sudden deletions, and a few girlfriend appearance at race events.
The latest incident made fans sit up again: Stephenson scrubbed nearly all recent Chase-related photos and locked her account once more, reigniting breakup rumors . Typical fan-level detective work has jumped in—scraping Story deletes and Instagram changes—to declare this an apparent final breakup.
Chase, meanwhile, stays focused on the track: after a strong Cook Out Clash win, his recent finishes (4th at COTA, then 15th, 20th, and 10th) have kept him competitive, though perhaps vulnerable amid personal distraction
Making Sense of the Cross‑Sport Love Triangle
This coincidental overlap—Dunne and Skenes possibly splitting just as Dunne’s name is linked online to a driver whose companion is seemingly exiting stage left—has lit a firestorm of rumors:
- Olivia Dunne, citing personal freedom and work-focused mindsets, once said, “We don’t restrict each other from doing things… it’s a two-way road” in explaining the strength of her relationship with Skenes; now, that statement could be read differently .
- Chase Elliott, who seldom airs relationship drama, has seen fans questioning whether Stephenson’s recent social media purge signals a deeper split .
- The social media strategy: sudden account locks, deleted photos, and private profiles appear to be the common pattern. For Dunne, it’s about relaxation and freedom post-gymnastics; for Stephenson, it’s speculation about privacy or poignant heartbreak
Social Media Detectives in Overdrive
Across Twitter (X), TikTok and Reddit, fans are reacting with familiar fervor:
“Paul’s young, and this kind of stuff doesn’t help. It’s hard to block it out,”
“This illustrates how unhealthy their relationship is. Delete, add, delete…”
Rumors are escalating fast—suggesting Dunne was linked to other athletes like Jacob Misiorowski—not Chase Elliott—but the current narrative still involves Elliott through speculation and placement in the rumor cycle
A Note of Caution: Nothing Confirmed Yet
It’s essential to underline: none of the grim rumors—Dunne shifting feelings to Elliott, Chase and Stephenson officially splitting, or Skenes reacting publicly—have been confirmed by the individuals involved. Instead, fans have pieced together narratives from:
- Cryptic Instagram behavior
- Lifestyle and career shifts (gymnastics retirement, baseball season, NASCAR wins)
- Performance slumps alongside dating drama
This is speculation built on subtle social media cues rather than solid statements.
What’s Next in the Rumor Race?
- Olivia Dunne & Paul Skenes
- Will they break their silence? Dunne has otherwise made positive public statements about Skenes. Even if quiet distance exists, she may not confirm a split soon.
- Chase Elliott & Ashley Stephenson
- Chase rarely speaks on romantic topics, but an official breakup confirmation would likely come from Ashley or via clear joint statements.
- Rumor propagation
- Fans will likely continue linking Dunne’s name to NASCAR until she or any involved party gives clarity—typically via Instagram Story Q&As, People interviews, or major sports-press exclusives.
- Performance intersection
- Skenes and Elliott both face demanding seasons. Will their on-track results reflect personal life turbulence? Both athletes could use stability to maintain peak performance.
We’re witnessing the perfect social-media storm: two popular couples in professional sports, each experiencing viral rumor surges simultaneously. Fans are connecting dots in real time—between deleted photos, performance dips, and geographic absences. But without official words from the individuals involved, all this remains speculation.
Whether Dunne and Skenes truly split—or whether Dunne’s name being linked to Chase Elliott is just gossip—is still unknown. Similarly, Chase and Ashley’s rumored breakup is based solely on social media behavior, not a statement.
For now, we watch, we listen, we analyze. And we hope any decision to move on includes respect, privacy, and dignity for those involved.
We’ll continue covering this evolving saga, including any official statements, exclusive interviews, and social media reveals. Until then, treat these as murmurings, not gospel.
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