OLYMPIAN Ryan Lochte’s spouse is submitting for divorce after seven years of marriage.

Swimming icon Lochte has been married to Kayla Rae Reid since 2018 after they began courting in 2016.

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Nevertheless, Reid revealed she had made the choice to finish their marriage.

In an emotional Instagram assertion, the 33-year-old stated: “Earlier this yr, I made the arduous choice to finish my marriage after deep prayer and reflection.

“I maintain marriage within the highest regard, so this has been probably the most painful, revealing and difficult seasons of my life.

“I’ve been hesitant to share till I may accomplish that from a spot of therapeutic — not from contemporary, open wounds.

“Typically we face trials we didn’t select or see coming.

“And in these moments, we’re compelled to make the toughest selections to guard our peace, our kids and our future.

“I’ve come to know that staying isn’t at all times essentially the most loving choice somebody could make. For me, leaving was an act of affection — for these round me and myself.”

In response to court docket data reported by Individuals, Kayla filed for divorce on March 26.

The pair welcomed three youngsters throughout their marriage; Caiden, seven, Liv, 5 and Georgia, 23 months.

Lochte has received 12 medals on the Olympics together with six golds, three silver and three bronze.

His exploits have made him the second-most embellished male swimmer in Olympic historical past, behind team-mate Michael Phelps.

The 40-year-old launched an announcement of his personal on the divorce.

He stated: “I wish to take a second to acknowledge what Kayla shared.

“This previous yr has introduced main adjustments for each of us as we have come to the tough choice to finish our marriage.

“I am deeply grateful for the life we have constructed collectively and particularly for the love we share for our three youngsters.

“Though this choice hasn’t been simple, I consider it is the best step towards peace and well-being for us each.

“I stay dedicated to therapeutic, progress, and co-parenting with care and respect as we transfer ahead individually.

“Thanks to our household and associates in your continued assist – it really means so much as we start this new chapter.”

Neither has revealed what the rationale behind the divorce was.