Aryna Sabalenka and Tennis Community Respond to Garbiñe Muguruza’s Pregnancy News
Almost a year after tying the knot with Arthur Borge, Garbiñe Muguruza has given the tennis world another reason to celebrate. The former world No. 1 and two-time Grand Slam champion shared on social media that she is expecting her first child.
Her announcement quickly sparked joy across the tennis community, with fans and fellow stars showering her with congratulations. Among those leading the well-wishes was current world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka.
How Did Aryna Sabalenka and Others Respond to Muguruza’s Pregnancy News?
Muguruza unveiled the news in a touching Instagram post alongside her husband, captioning the photos—where her baby bump was subtly visible—with a single word: “Family.” The announcement drew a wave of warm reactions from players past and present.
Aryna Sabalenka, fresh off her US Open triumph, wrote: “Congratulations ❤️ So happy for you❤️.”
Conchita Martínez, Muguruza’s former coach and a Wimbledon champion, sent a string of hearts and kisses: “❤️❤️❤️❤️.”
Caroline Garcia, former world No. 4 and WTA Finals winner, replied with excitement: “ congratulations .”
Spanish padel star Martita Ortega joined in with heartfelt emojis and a Spanish note of congratulations: “… enhorabuena .”
This happy update follows Muguruza’s marriage to Borge in 2024 and comes after her official retirement from the sport earlier that same year.
Muguruza’s Role in Tennis After Retirement
On April 20, 2024, Muguruza formally retired from professional tennis, closing the door on a career that had already paused in early 2023. She explained that she wanted to embrace new experiences and focus on her personal life, admitting she no longer missed the strict routine of tour life.
Yet, her exit has not meant a complete goodbye. Muguruza has stayed active within the sport, taking on roles in media and leadership:
She began hosting Tennis Channel’s VIP Tennis Lounge, where she connects with fans from a new perspective.
In mid-2024, she was appointed tournament director for the WTA Finals in Riyadh, underscoring her continued influence in tennis.
Reflecting on her unexpected return to the sport in these new capacities, Muguruza said: “At first, I thought I wouldn’t be back for years. But tennis has a way of calling me back—it’s part of who I am, and I’m happy to still be involved.”
With her new journey into motherhood, Muguruza’s story now blends her lasting tennis legacy with the joy of starting a family—one that her colleagues and fans are eager to celebrate alongside her.
