Congrats, Angelique Kerber! Welcome to Parenthood Twice Over
Multiple Infants Express Desires for Professional Tennis Player Angelique Kerber
Hear ye, hear ye! Angelique Kerber, ex-queen of the tennis court and the once-number-one in the world, has become a mom of two. And boy, does she know she's got the whole tennis community rooting for her!
Recently, the 37-year-old shared the wonderful news on her Instagram account with a heartwarming black-and-white pic, revealing the gender and name of her tiny new housemate.
"'Welcome to our family, Ben,'" Kerber wrote, nestled between a blue heart emoji and a baby bottle. "Our hearts are bursting with love and gratitude now that you're finally here." She also mentioned that her family of four can't wait to help Ben discover wonders of this world[1][2].
The announcement struck a chord throughout the sports world, and not a moment was missed before Boris Becker, former Wimbledon champion, posted a quick congratulations on her comment feed. Sabine Lisicki, another tennis star, couldn't help but share her joy saying, "Ahhhhh, I'm overjoyed for you! Enjoy the journey." Even Caroline Wozniacki sent a shower of red hearts[1][2].
But it wasn't just sports celebrities who extended their well-wishes. Actress Jasna Fritzi Bauer and presenter Steffi Brungs, among others, also chimed in with their warm greetings[1][2].
Angelique Kerber first hinted at her pregnancy in February 2023 with an Instagram post[1][2]. In it, she showcased herself and her lovely two-year-old daughter, Liana, hinting they're eagerly awaiting the arrival of someone new.
Once a top-ranked tennis player, Kerber called it a career in July 2024. She revels in her past victories, including titles at the Australian Open, US Open (both in 2016), and Wimbledon in 2018[3].
(Sources: ntv.de, vpr/spot)
(Enrichment Data: In July 2024, Kerber officially announced her retirement from professional tennis, less than a year prior to the birth of her second child.)
"As Angelique Kerber, the former tennis star and mom-of-two, celebrates her latest triumph, her love for entertainment extends beyond the tennis court. The sports and tennis world echoes her latest joy, with fellow players like Boris Becker and Sabine Lisicki, as well as actress Jasna Fritzi Bauer and presenter Steffi Brungs, sending their warm congratulations."
"Following her professional retirement in July 2024, Kerber has embarked on a new journey, one that intertwines her passion for tennis with her role as a loving mother to her two children, Liana and her baby brother, Ben."
