Ash Barty — tennis legend, fashion icon, and former world No. 1 — has always seemed like someone who had it all figured out. Yet today, as she announces the birth of her second child, she’s letting fans into her most vulnerable moment yet — and it’s far from perfect.
👶 Bundle of Joy, Weight of Reality
On June 15, 2025, Barty and her husband Garry Kissick welcomed their daughter Jordan into the world, placing a soft white blanket wrapped around the tiny newborn. “Welcome to the world, Jordan,” she posted. “You are loved unconditionally… we are so grateful to have you in our arms, gorgeous girl.” Jordan joins big brother Hayden, who turns two soon. The couple’s announcement triggered an outpouring of love from fellow athletes, fans, and former tennis rivals alike.
💔 From Precise Champion to Motherhood’s Wild Ride
What makes this moment so powerful isn’t just the arrival of baby number two. It’s what Barty openly admitted about the toll it’s already taking. In a recent interview, she described her life with Hayden as “absolute carnage” — a stark contrast to her former elite athlete self, known for discipline, routine, and control.
She laughed as she recounted how her once-“meticulous, organized” life is now filled with sleepless nights, diapers, and unpredictable chaos — yet every messy second, she says, is worth it. Reinvention Beyond the Racket
Barty retired from professional tennis in March 2022 at the age of 25, while still at the top of her game. She told fans then she wanted to live life on her own terms, beyond rankings, tournaments, and expectations.
