Ashleigh Barty Announces Second Child on Instagram

Ashleigh Barty has announced she is expecting her second child with husband Garry Kissick, sharing the news on Christmas Day via Instagram. The couple's son, Hayden, was featured in a festive post wearing a T-shirt that read 'I'm going to be a BIG BROTHER.' Barty, who retired from tennis in 2022 after winning her third Grand Slam title, continues to engage with the sport through events like the Brisbane International. The announcement has drawn numerous congratulatory messages from fans and friends, including Olympic swimmer Libby Trickett. Barty and Kissick, who married shortly after her retirement, have expressed their joy at expanding their family. This news further fuels speculation about Barty's potential return to professional tennis.