Ash Barty shocks interviewer with ‘firm’ answer to question about her baby's gender
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If you've been following the news lately, you'll know that our very own legendary former tennis champion Ash Barty is about to embark on a thrilling new journey – motherhood.
But it seems she's keeping a few of the details under wraps, as evidenced by a rather intriguing interview on Sunrise that left its hosts and viewers quite curious.
Prior to giving birth, the 27-year-old retired three-time Grand Slam winner, soon to welcome her first child with husband Garry Kissick, made an appearance on the morning show.
During the interview, Mark Beretta posed a simple question about her baby's gender, probably expecting a heartwarming or even revealing response. However, Ash Barty's answer caught everyone by surprise.
When asked if she knew whether she was having a boy or girl, Ash calmly replied, 'No.' Mark attempted to gather more information, adding, 'It's a surprise?' To that, Barty stoically said, 'Yeah.'
This brief and candid exchange led to a bit of post-interview speculation. Natalie Barr remarked to Mark that Ash 'batted him back a bit', to which he agreed but added that she did it in a nice way.
Even David 'Kochie' Koch couldn't help but chime in with his thoughts, suggesting that despite how 'firm' she was on the subject, perhaps she knows more than she's letting on. Kochie even brainstormed a fun idea, saying, 'I reckon she might know... do a gender reveal with different colour tennis balls.'
While the conversation around the baby's gender may have been enigmatic, Ash Barty was more open about her pregnancy experience so far.
She said she's 'feeling good' and appreciates being able to do 'some really cool things in the lead-up'. Barty acknowledged her fortune to 'continue to work and continue to be stimulated' during this stage in her life.
Aside from discussing her pregnancy experience and the mystery surrounding her baby's gender, Ash Barty also expressed her gratitude for the support she has received from both her family and her husband's family.
'Look, it's different for everyone, but I've been very lucky in my family that I have an incredible mum, and I have a fantastic mother-in-law,' she said.
She recognised the invaluable influence of her sisters, who are already incredible mothers, and emphasised the joy she experiences in spending time with them and their children.
With such positive role models in her life, Barty expressed that not much will change in terms of the close bond she shares with her family, saying: 'Our relationship will stay really tight-knit, so it's exciting for everyone.'
Inevitably, the conversation turned towards the question of whether Ash Barty would make a comeback to the tennis court, a topic that has come up in several interviews since her retirement announcement.
Barty responded without hesitation, firmly stating, 'No... plain and simple. I'm very excited to spend some time with our family.' She reaffirmed her satisfaction with her tennis career, stating, 'I have absolutely no regrets,' and emphasised her eagerness to move on to different experiences.
As with any expectant mother, the journey toward welcoming a new life into the world is filled with surprises, excitement, and challenges. Ash Barty, being the talented and resilient individual she's known to be, will undoubtedly embrace this new and rewarding chapter in her life.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ash and her family, and we'll be eagerly awaiting any future updates – including the fascinating mystery of the baby's gender. Time will tell whether or not Kochie's colourful tennis ball gender reveal idea comes to fruition!
What are your thoughts on this story, folks? What did you think of Barty's answers? And how do you feel about the growing trend of gender reveal events and the pressure to share such information publicly? Should expectant parents be expected to partake in these events? Let us know in the comments!
But it seems she's keeping a few of the details under wraps, as evidenced by a rather intriguing interview on Sunrise that left its hosts and viewers quite curious.
Prior to giving birth, the 27-year-old retired three-time Grand Slam winner, soon to welcome her first child with husband Garry Kissick, made an appearance on the morning show.
During the interview, Mark Beretta posed a simple question about her baby's gender, probably expecting a heartwarming or even revealing response. However, Ash Barty's answer caught everyone by surprise.
Barty offered a firm answer when asked about her baby's gender, saying she and her husband have decided to keep it a surprise. Credit: Instagram/ashbarty.
When asked if she knew whether she was having a boy or girl, Ash calmly replied, 'No.' Mark attempted to gather more information, adding, 'It's a surprise?' To that, Barty stoically said, 'Yeah.'
This brief and candid exchange led to a bit of post-interview speculation. Natalie Barr remarked to Mark that Ash 'batted him back a bit', to which he agreed but added that she did it in a nice way.
Even David 'Kochie' Koch couldn't help but chime in with his thoughts, suggesting that despite how 'firm' she was on the subject, perhaps she knows more than she's letting on. Kochie even brainstormed a fun idea, saying, 'I reckon she might know... do a gender reveal with different colour tennis balls.'
While the conversation around the baby's gender may have been enigmatic, Ash Barty was more open about her pregnancy experience so far.
She said she's 'feeling good' and appreciates being able to do 'some really cool things in the lead-up'. Barty acknowledged her fortune to 'continue to work and continue to be stimulated' during this stage in her life.
Aside from discussing her pregnancy experience and the mystery surrounding her baby's gender, Ash Barty also expressed her gratitude for the support she has received from both her family and her husband's family.
'Look, it's different for everyone, but I've been very lucky in my family that I have an incredible mum, and I have a fantastic mother-in-law,' she said.
She recognised the invaluable influence of her sisters, who are already incredible mothers, and emphasised the joy she experiences in spending time with them and their children.
With such positive role models in her life, Barty expressed that not much will change in terms of the close bond she shares with her family, saying: 'Our relationship will stay really tight-knit, so it's exciting for everyone.'
Inevitably, the conversation turned towards the question of whether Ash Barty would make a comeback to the tennis court, a topic that has come up in several interviews since her retirement announcement.
Barty responded without hesitation, firmly stating, 'No... plain and simple. I'm very excited to spend some time with our family.' She reaffirmed her satisfaction with her tennis career, stating, 'I have absolutely no regrets,' and emphasised her eagerness to move on to different experiences.
As with any expectant mother, the journey toward welcoming a new life into the world is filled with surprises, excitement, and challenges. Ash Barty, being the talented and resilient individual she's known to be, will undoubtedly embrace this new and rewarding chapter in her life.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ash and her family, and we'll be eagerly awaiting any future updates – including the fascinating mystery of the baby's gender. Time will tell whether or not Kochie's colourful tennis ball gender reveal idea comes to fruition!
What are your thoughts on this story, folks? What did you think of Barty's answers? And how do you feel about the growing trend of gender reveal events and the pressure to share such information publicly? Should expectant parents be expected to partake in these events? Let us know in the comments!
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for Australia where he captained Australia in the late 60s as well as St George where he mentored the young guys including recent years.
