* Number of women cheating is rising due to their partners earning less than them

* 79% of women say they’re not willing to date a partner who doesn’t match or exceed their own salary

* The findings come from IllicitEncounters.com, the UK’s largest extramarital dating site
 

According to recent reports, there’s a surge in women cheating on their partners, and the culprit might just be a little thing called money. It seems that as more women climb the ladder of success, some are straying from their partners who just can’t keep up financially. 

Gone are the days when women were content with being arm candy for a high-rolling suitor. Today, they’re taking control, refusing to settle for anything less than what they bring to the table. Nowadays, women have their sights set on partners who can match their ambition, drive, and, according to a new poll, their bank accounts.

A recent survey of 2,000 women conducted by the married dating site IllicitEncounters.com sheds light on this emerging phenomenon. Astonishingly, a whopping 79% of ladies expressed their unwillingness to date a partner who earns less than they do. 

When asked about how much their partner earns compared to their own salary, the survey yielded intriguing results. Among the responses, 47% said their partner earns less than them, while 31% said their partner earns a similar amount. Only a minority of 22% said their partner earns more than them.

So, why are women choosing to cheat if their partner earns less than them? One of the reasons cited by the ladies included heightened resentment from their husbands after no longer being the financial “superior” in the relationship. Partners who are unable to match a woman’s drive and ambition was also highlighted as a key factor when it comes to opting for infidelity, with ladies seeking fulfilment and a connection elsewhere.

Emily, a member of the married dating site, said “My marriage has completely broken down since I brought up the issue of my husband earning less than me. It’s not about being materialistic, I just don’t want to be the one that has to cater for them – surely it should be the other way around, or at least share the responsibility? I’m the one who covers the bills and pays our ridiculously high mortgage while he just sits back and earns his peanuts.”

Olivia, another user of the website, commented “The relationship with my husband has become so tense since I started earning more than him. All of a sudden he feels inadequate and it gets his back up that I’m now the one able to splash the cash. Our arguments have gotten so petty that I’ve had enough now, so I’ve turned to IllicitEncounters to find someone who praises my success instead of being jealous of it.”

When asked to comment on the results of the survey, sex and relationships expert for IllicitEncounters.com, Jessica Leoni, said “When it comes to relationships, money can really stir up a mixed bag of emotions, especially for the modern woman. It’s a real shame that men have a hard time accepting relationships where women earn more than them.

Times have changed. Women are more successful than ever in the workplace, and they don’t want to have to provide for someone earning below their pay grade. Could it be time we started adding salaries to dating profiles?”

* Today is the day people are mostly likely to cheat on their partner

* July is the most popular month for infidelity, with the end of the school year and higher temperatures to blame

* The Christmas period is the next most popular time for affairs 

* The findings come from IllicitEncounters.com, the UK’s largest extramarital dating site
 

Today has been declared the day that people are most likely to have an affair. Known as ‘Frisky Friday’, it’s the peak day for affairs with people planning to have their last illicit encounter with their lover before schools break up for the summer holidays.  

Leading up to Frisky Friday, there was a notable surge in activity on IllicitEncounters.com, the UK’s top website for married dating, with a substantial 52% increase in registrations. Anticipating even more engagement, the platform expects a significant 79% overall upswing on the 21st July, which happens to be the most favoured day of the year for extramarital affairs.

After surveying 1000 male and female members, the site discovered that a significant 89% of adulterers maintain communication with their affair partner during the summer “cheat break”. Additionally, over half of them (58%) have already made arrangements to meet their lovers immediately after the summer holidays in September.

Charlotte from London who uses the extramarital site said, “I’ve been with my husband for years now, and with every day that passes, the spark in our relationship fades. I’ve been seeing a married man for months but we both know the school holidays will make it challenging for us to meet. That’s why we’ve planned to see each other today for one last rendezvous. Don’t get me wrong, we’ll still be in touch over the next month but if I’m honest, I’m already looking forward to September.”

George from Birmingham, who also uses the website, commented, “I’ve been meeting women from the site for years now, despite being married with two kids. Summer holidays are actually the thing I dread most because I know that’s the time I won’t be able to see my lover, and instead I’m forced to play happy families.”

When asked to comment on the Frisky Friday phenomenon, Jessica Leoni who is the sex and relationships expert at IllicitEncounters.com said “July has historically been the busiest month of the year for our website, and the data shows that this year is no different.

The peak tends to come just before and after the summer holidays, as well as the Christmas period – perhaps one of the most stressful times of the year for couples. Knowing that they’ll be taking a “cheat break” pushes people to find the connection they’re lacking at home, and, as soon as the obligatory family time comes to an end, they’re free to do as they please.”

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* 92% of women watching Wimbledon this year are solely interested in the good-looking players

* Matteo Berrettini is declared the player most women will be keeping an eye on on the courts

* Study conducted by IllicitEncounters.com, the UK’s largest extramarital dating site

Wimbledon is back. Tennis fans around the world have been eagerly anticipating the prestigious tournament, and the world’s top-ranked players have started to battle it out, showcasing their skills and striving for victory, but it seems that tennis itself is not the real reason people watch Wimbledon – if you’re a woman.

A survey conducted by married dating site IllicitEncounters.com found that of the 2000 ladies polled, a resounding 92% of women watching Wimbledon this year are only interested in watching ‘the talent’ on the courts, and we’re not talking skill… 

When asked who in particular they were keeping a close eye on this year, Italian Matteo Berrettini aced the competition with a spectacular 77% of the vote.

Stefanos Tsitsipas appears to have also smashed his way into the hearts of the ladies, as 74% declared he’s the hottie they ‘love’ to watch.

Making it into the top three with 68%, the top-ranked British player Cameron Norrie is one to watch for women, sure to get hearts racing this year.

Mia, a member of IllicitEncounters commented, “I’m not the sportiest person, and if I’m honest I have no idea about the rules of tennis but I do know a hottie when I see one. It’s the Italians I like to keep an eye on, especially Berrettini – he’s pure perfection.”

Another user of the married dating site, Ellie, said, “It’s all about the British charm and good looks for me, so I’ll be glued to my seat for Cameron Norrie’s matches. The truth is, though, there’s so much eye candy on the courts these days that I’m just spoilt for choice.”

Jessica Leoni, sex and relationships expert for IllicitEncounters noted, “When it comes to why women watch Wimbledon, it’s not all about the fierce competition and incredible tennis skills displayed on the court.

Evolutionary psychology says that women are naturally wired to be attracted to healthy, fit, and genetically superior mates. So, when we see those hunky athletes with their killer physiques and chiselled jaws, it triggers our primal instincts.

Wimbledon offers a perfect mix of top-notch tennis action on British soil and some seriously good-looking athletes. It’s like a sports event and a visual treat rolled into one, making it a win-win situation for women everywhere.”

Results

Which players in particular will you be watching during Wimbledon?

Matteo Berrettini 77%
Stefanos Tsitsipas 74%
Cameron Norrie 68%
Grigor Dimitrov 62%
Borna Ćorić 57%
Casper Rudd 50%
Andy Murray 48%
Alexander Zverev 42%
Dennis Shapovalov 37%
Dominic Thiem 33%
Novak Djokovic 28%
Other 12%