Once the golden girl of tennis whose image dominated the early internet, Anna Kournikova has undergone a remarkable transformation from global sports icon to fiercely private family woman. The Russian-born star, who became one of the most searched personalities online during her playing days, now shuns the spotlight she once commanded.
From Centre Court to Domestic Bliss
Kournikova, now 43, has traded Wimbledon's hallowed grass courts for the quiet comforts of home life with Latin music superstar Enrique Iglesias. The couple, who have been together for over two decades, have successfully built a family fortress away from prying eyes in their Miami mansion.
The former world number eight, renowned for her doubles success and marketable appeal, has consciously stepped away from the relentless glare of fame that defined her early career.
A Growing Family Behind Closed Doors
Sources close to the couple confirm that Kournikova is expecting her fourth child with Iglesias, adding to their existing family of five-year-old twins Nicholas and Lucy, and three-year-old daughter Mary. The pregnancy marks another chapter in their surprisingly discreet relationship that began in the early 2000s.
"They've mastered the art of living a normal life despite their extraordinary fame," an insider revealed. "Anna has embraced motherhood with the same intensity she once reserved for tennis."
The Art of Disappearing from Public View
Kournikova's retreat from public life stands in stark contrast to her earlier years, when she appeared in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue and maintained a high-profile media presence. Today, she rarely grants interviews and maintains minimal social media presence.
Her transformation represents a conscious choice to prioritise family over fame, a decision that has allowed her children to grow up outside the constant scrutiny that defined her own rise to stardom.
Building a Legacy Beyond Tennis
While she retired from professional tennis in 2003 due to persistent back injuries, Kournikova has remained connected to the sport through occasional commentary roles and charity work. However, her primary focus has unequivocally shifted to her role as a mother and partner.
The couple's ability to maintain privacy in an era of oversharing serves as a testament to their commitment to normalcy amidst extraordinary circumstances. As they prepare to welcome their fourth child, Kournikova continues to prove that sometimes the most powerful statement a celebrity can make is simply choosing to live quietly.
