The site reported that the player proposed in early March and had hoped to keep the engagement a secret.

"The couple wanted to tell their family and close friends first but good news travels fast," said the site.

"With their hectic travel schedules, Andy and Brooklyn plan to enjoy their engagement and will wait to set a wedding date."

Decker's claim to fame was an appearance in the American magazine Sports Illustrated in the annual swimsuit issue. Decker live in New York while Roddick is based in Austin, Texas, but has reportedly bought a flat in the city recently.