In one of the most heartfelt announcements of the year, tennis legend Ashleigh Barty and husband Garry Kissick have welcomed their second child, a daughter named Jordan — and what she revealed in her announcement has struck a chord across the globe.
👶 A Joyous Arrival
On June 15, 2025, Barty shared a precious photo of baby Jordan on Instagram — yawning, swaddled, and wearing a onesie embroidered with “Embrace Your Weird.” Her caption read: “Welcome to the world, Jordan. You are loved unconditionally and we are so grateful to have you in our arms, gorgeous girl.”
This marks the second child for the former world No. 1 and her husband; they are already parents to a son, Hayden, born in July 2023.
Tennis Australia, former competitors, and fans flooded her post with congratulations. In a sport accustomed to fierce competition, this felt like one of the warmest, most human moments in recent memory.
💔 Confession Beyond the Baby News
But the announcement wasn’t just about the joyous news. In interviews following the reveal, Barty made a striking confession that many who knew her off court already sensed: motherhood has been messy, overwhelming, beautiful — and sometimes, brutally hard.
Growing up in a life built around precision, routine, and control, she said motherhood has ushered in chaos. “I used to be so organized,” Barty admitted. “Now? It’s absolute carnage.”
She joked about juggling diapers, schedules, and days without sleep, while confessing a deep love for every moment. That she would dare to embrace uncertainty — and share it — feels like a victory in its own right.
🎾 From Champion to Mother & Beyond
Barty’s tennis career was already legendary by 2022, when she retired unexpectedly while at the top of her game. She walked away to pursue a different life: family, giving back, and stepping into herself in new ways.
Since retiring, she’s dabbled in golf, exhibitions, media, and advocacy — all while building a life away from constant limelight. This baby’s arrival feels like a homecoming, a grounding in what matters most.
