Barty acknowledges that her dedication to witnessing her child’s growth has been the most fulfilling period of her life. Ash Barty, the former top-ranked player, recently shared that being a mother surpasses the satisfaction of winning a Wimbledon championship. After winning three major singles titles, Barty retired in 2022, becoming the first Australian to win the French Open in 46 years.
In July 2023, Barty and her partner welcomed their first son, Hayden, a year after their wedding. Since then, she has focused on nurturing her child and completing her collection of children’s stories. Throughout her tennis career, Barty accomplished remarkable feats, including being the first Australian woman to win the Wimbledon singles title since Evonne Goolagong Cawley in 1980. Additionally, she secured the Australian Open victory, making her the first Australian to do so in 44 years.
During an interview with Sunrise, Barty expressed that the joys of motherhood outweigh any trophies, including her historic Wimbledon triumph. She also emphasized that retiring at the age of 26 holds no regrets for her as long as she continues to cherish her time with her family. Since retiring, Barty has embraced a quieter life and published her memoir, “My Dream Time: A Memoir of Tennis & Teamwork,” in 2022.
Looking ahead, Barty has disclosed her plans for the next chapter of her life, which involve establishing a foundation, mentoring young players, and expanding her children’s book series, “Little Ash.” The first installment of the series was released in 2022. It is evident that Barty finds great fulfillment in investing her time and energy into the younger generation, and her journey into motherhood may have played a significant role in this decision.
Simultaneously, Barty’s unwavering determination, which propelled her to win three major titles, now drives her newly launched Ash Barty Foundation. The foundation aims to provide young individuals with opportunities for success through sports, offering grants and implementing valuable initiatives.