When tennis legend Ash Barty and her husband Garry Kissick announced the birth of their second child this June, fans were treated to more than a photo—they witnessed the genuine heartbeat of a new chapter.
Baby Jordan was introduced to the world via a tender Instagram post: swaddled in a soft onesie reading “Embrace your weird”, a white beanie perched atop her yawning face. Ash captioned the image:
“Welcome to the world, Jordan. You are loved unconditionally and we are so grateful to have you in our arms, gorgeous girl.” Wikipedia+15The Australian Women’s Weekly+15Starts at 60+15
Jordan joins big brother Hayden, born July 2023. Fans still smile at the memory of Ash and Garry sharing the news of their second arrival in December—Hayden appeared in a T‑shirt reading “I am going to be a big brother,” making the moment as adorable as it was clever. News.com.au+5New Idea+5Honey+5
The worldwide response was heartwarming—a wave of messages from friends and athletes alike. Former teammate Casey Dellacqua wrote: “Hi gorgeous Jordan… Can’t wait to cuddle you soon. Good job Mum and Dad.” Wikipedia+8ABC+8The Guardian+8
Former Grand Slam champion Sam Stosur added her own fanfare: “She’s a lucky girl.” The Australian Open’s official account chimed in too, writing, “G’day champion, congratulations Ash and Garry.” People.com+15ABC+15News.com.au+15
But it’s not just darling snapshots and sweet comments—there’s something deeper in this story. Poland-born Ash Barty, world No.1-turned-retiree, often emphasized the importance of life beyond fame. Now, Jordan is her most personal project yet—the embodiment of unconditional love and the quieter joys of motherhood she’s preached since stepping off the tennis circuit.
Earlier this year, Barty candidly described parenting Hayden with the word “absolute carnage,” admitting how routine perfection crumbled beautifully with a toddler in the house. She joked that every schedule was now governed by snack time meltdowns and hushed lullabies. The Guardian+2Daily Telegraph+2Starts at 60+2Herald Sun
Yet Jordan’s arrival seems destined to deepen that delightful chaos—and if anything, shows Barty’s priorities have perfectly shifted. This baby girl, named Jordan, instantly captured hearts not because she comes from sporting royalty—but because she’s already inspiring genuine joy, unconditional love, and an authentic family vibe. It’s the raw, real side of a former champion that makes her so relatable today.
In a world captivated by victory and legacy, Jordan’s story is a gentle reminder that sometimes the most powerful wins happen in the kind of tiny hands you cradle—not the trophies you raise.
