Legendary WNBA basketball player Candace Parker recently announced her retirement from the game after an impressive career with the Chicago Sky and the Las Vegas Aces. But that’s not the only thing she’s focusing on right now.
The star athlete is also looking forward to spending more quality time with her wife, Russian basketball player Anna Viktorovna Petrakova-Parker, and their beautiful children.
Anna Petrakova-Parker, a member of the Russian women’s national basketball team and a winner of several championships in Europe, tied the knot with Candace Parker in a secret wedding ceremony back in 2019. Since then, the couple has been celebrating their love and growing family, with sweet messages shared on social media.
Apart from their daughter Lailaa from a previous relationship, the Parkers welcomed a son named Airr in early 2022. And they recently announced another addition to their family, with the couple expecting their second child together.
Candace Parker’s retirement from the WNBA has opened up new doors for her, as she mentioned her plans to venture into business, private equity, broadcasting, and even ownership of an NBA and WNBA team. While she embarks on this new chapter in her life, family remains her top priority.
Over the years, Candace Parker has made her mark in the basketball world with three WNBA championships, two MVP titles, and seven All-Star appearances. Beyond her playing career, Parker has also found success as a sports analyst and commentator, providing coverage for NBA games and the NCAA tournament.
As Candace Parker bids farewell to her illustrious basketball career, she’s stepping into a new phase filled with exciting opportunities, family time, and continued success. Here’s to the next chapter for the basketball icon and her growing family.
