Is Ash Barty Coming Back to Tennis? What is Ash Barty Doing Now?
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Updated Jun 21, 2024
Is Ash Barty Coming Back to Tennis?
Wimbledon officials have announced that Ash Barty will play a doubles exhibition match at the tournament, marking her unexpected return to tennis. Barty, who retired in 2022 just two months after winning the Australian Open, has repeatedly said she’s happy with her life after retirement and her new baby son, Hayden. However, she has agreed to play an invitational doubles match at Wimbledon next month, where she previously won the title in 2021.
What is Ash Barty Doing Now?
Since her retirement, Barty has continued her role as Tennis Australia's National Indigenous Tennis Ambassador, encouraging Indigenous youth to play tennis and explore their passion.
In August 2022, she was named Optus' new 'Chief of Inspiration,' working alongside Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, the 'Chief of Optimism.' Barty said in an Optus statement that she is humbled her story has inspired many and wants to encourage more people to pursue what they love.
Who is Ash Barty?
Ashleigh Jacinta Barty AO (born 24 April 1996) is a former Australian tennis player and cricketer. She was the second Australian woman to be ranked world No. 1 in singles by the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), holding the top spot for 121 weeks. Barty also ranked as high as No. 5 in the world for doubles. She won three Grand Slam singles titles: the 2019 French Open, the 2021 Wimbledon Championships, and the 2022 Australian Open. Additionally, she won the 2018 US Open doubles title with CoCo Vandeweghe. Throughout her career, Barty won 15 singles titles and 12 doubles titles on the WTA Tour.
| Full name | Ashleigh Jacinta Barty |
| Country (sports) | Australia |
| Residence | Brookwater, Queensland, Australia |
| Born | 24 April 1996 (age 28) |
| Place of Birth | Ipswich, Queensland, Australia |
| Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) |
| Turned pro | April 2010 |
| Retired | 23 March 2022 |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
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Ash Barty Husband
Retired tennis star Ash Barty has married her longtime partner Garry Kissick. Ash had a private wedding ceremony in Queensland earlier this month. Barty, who was once the world's No. 1 tennis player, won three grand slam titles: the 2020 French Open, Wimbledon in 2021, and the Australian Open in 2022.
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Ash Barty Child
Australian tennis legend Ashleigh Barty has become a mom. Her husband, Garry Kissick, shared the news on Instagram, announcing the birth of their son named Hayden. He posted a sweet photo of the newborn with the caption: "Our beautiful boy Welcome to the world, Hayden!"
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Ash Barty Nertworth
Ashleigh Barty, a highly successful tennis player in the 2010s, won 15 WTA titles, including 3 Grand Slams, and earned $23.8 million in prize money. She also amassed a substantial net worth of $40 million through sponsorships with major brands.
Recently, she added to her wealth by purchasing a $2.52 million holiday home—a beachfront apartment in Palm Beach, Queensland. This retreat, part of a complex called the Kloud, features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with construction expected to finish by mid-2025.
