Ash Barty, the renowned Australian tennis champion, has recently welcomed her first child into the world, marking a joyous milestone in her life. Barty and her husband, Garry Kissick, took to Instagram to share the delightful news and introduce their beautiful baby boy, named Hayden, to the world.
In their heartfelt Instagram post, Barty and Kissick presented a precious snapshot of Hayden, snugly wrapped in a charming blanket adorned with playful dogs. This heartwarming image perfectly captured the essence of their happiness.
Barty’s decision to retire from the professional tennis circuit in March 2022 came as a shock to the sports world, especially given her recent victory at the Australian Open. However, the announcement of her pregnancy in January was met with immense joy and support from her fans and friends.
Among the well-wishers, Australian football superstar Sam Kerr extended her congratulations, while the official Wimbledon account humorously speculated whether the newborn might follow in Barty’s footsteps and become a future Wimbledon champion. Ben Crowe, a mindfulness guru who played an instrumental role in Barty’s tennis career, described the arrival of Hayden as yet another miraculous event in their lives.
This heartwarming development arrives two years after Barty’s triumphant Wimbledon title win in 2021. Barty revealed that after achieving her long-held dream of winning at the All England Club, her motivation began to wane, ultimately leading to her retirement.