A Glimpse Into Former Tennis Star Anna Kournikova’s Life Away From the Spotlight With Enrique Iglesias and Their Children

A Glimpse into the Life of Anna Kournikova

Once upon a time, Anna Kournikova was a name you just couldn’t escape. She was, well, everywhere – especially on the internet. At her peak, Kournikova was the most Googled female athlete in the world, trailing only behind the likes of David Beckham in global searches back in 2002. It’s curious how those days feel both like yesterday and a lifetime ago.

Kournikova stepped onto the professional tennis stage at just 14, and by 2000, she had reached an impressive No. 8 in the world rankings. Her fame soared beyond tennis, though she never claimed a singles title – instead, she became a sensation off-court too. Deals with brands like K-Swiss, stunning photo shoots for magazines like Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and even starring in her own video game, “Anna Kournikova’s Smash Court Tennis,” all showcased her marketability. The Playstation game might’ve been more popular in Japan and Europe, but I remember seeing it pop up now and then.

Then there was Enrique Iglesias. It was 2001 when she appeared in his music video for “Escape.” Perhaps unsurprisingly, they started dating soon after. Their relationship seems to follow its own rules – they’ve been together for nearly 25 years without tying the knot. But together they are, living in Miami and raising three children: twins Nicholas and Lucy, now 7, and their daughter Mary, who is 5.

Kournikova has certainly stepped back from the limelight over recent years to focus on family life, yet she still gives fans glimpses of her world through social media. I remember when she posted a sweet image on Instagram shortly after her twins were born with the caption “My sunshine,” cradling little Nicholas. Moments like these – they just stick with you.

The former tennis star created quite a stir earlier this year when she was spotted out in public for the first time in three years – in a wheelchair no less. The buzz was loud until Iglesias’ mother assured everyone that it was just “a minor foot injury.” A sprain can indeed be quite annoying; you can’t help but wince at the thought of one.

Thankfully, she was later seen relaxing on a boat with Iglesias, seemingly recovered. It’s good to see that life for them has returned to normalcy – whatever that might mean for such a famous pair.

Their relationship seems anchored by love more than ceremony. In an interview with Women’s Health, Anna mentioned that marriage wasn’t important to her as long as she’s happy in her relationship – which she clearly is.

Kournikova shares snippets of her personal life on Instagram occasionally. Celebrating birthdays is something she does with flair – heartfelt words accompany photos of her children or other loved ones. I once saw her post congratulating her half-brother Allan on his golfing achievements; those family ties clearly mean a lot to her.

It’s been fascinating watching Anna transition from global sports star to devoted mother. Somehow it feels reassuring – maybe because we all grow and shift focus as life goes on. To catch up more on Anna’s recent sightings and stories, there’s always BBC’s tennis section.

This family-first approach leaves us with snapshots of cherished moments rather than full stories – yet isn’t that part of life’s charm? Each picture, each shared moment… it’s like looking through a window into their world, even if just for a brief second.