Ash Barty Returns to Wimbledon for Legends' Doubles

Ash Barty Returns to Wimbledon for Legends' Doubles

Former world No. 1 Ash Barty will make her triumphant return to the All England Club for the first time since her 2021 Wimbledon victory, but this time in the Legends' doubles event.

Barty, who shocked the tennis world with her sudden retirement in 2022, will reunite with her best friend and fellow Aussie Casey Dellacqua for the invitational doubles tournament during The Championships. The pair have a successful history together, reaching four Grand Slam doubles finals, including Wimbledon in 2013.

"We're just gonna have a great time and enjoy just being back together as friends on a tennis court, which we have loved to do our whole life," Dellacqua said. "I'm actually really excited about it."

Since retiring, Barty has pursued other passions, including releasing a children's book, taking up golf, and preparing for her role as a commentator during the Olympic Games. In July 2022, she welcomed her first son, Hayden, with her husband, golf pro Garry Kissick.

Barty's return to Wimbledon, albeit in a different capacity, is sure to evoke fond memories for fans who witnessed her historic victory in 2021. Her presence at the All England Club will undoubtedly add an extra layer of excitement to the tournament.

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