Brittney Griner Announces Birth of Her Son


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Less than two years after her release from a Russian penal colony, the W.N.B.A. center and two-time Olympic gold medal winner said that her son was born on July 8.

## Brittney Griner Announces Birth of Her Son

W.N.B.A. star Brittney Griner welcomed her first child, a son, on July 8th. The basketball player and two-time Olympic gold medalist shared the news on a CBS Sports show.

Details of the Birth

Griner's son weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces. While initially excited about parenthood, she acknowledged having to leave her newborn to join the US women's basketball team for the 20 viciss to France.

Journey to Parenthood After Returning Home

Griner's birth announcement comes just over two years after her release from a Russian penal colony. During her time there, she endured harsh conditions and was sentenced to nine years. Her release came in a prisoner swap negotiated by the Biden administration.

Griner's Focus on Motherhood and Olympics

Griner is now looking forward to balancing motherhood with her training for the 20 viciss to France on July 29th.

About Brittney Griner

Brittney Griner is a talented W.N.B.A. center and one of the most decorated players in US women's basketball history.

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