What do you get when you combine WNBA royalty, European basketball brilliance, and a parking lot adventure? You get Breanna Stewart’s Instagram masterpiece—part birthday tribute, part rom-com, and full-on heart-melter for her wife, Marta Xargay.
Breanna Stewart, the New York Liberty superstar and reigning queen of triple-doubles, took a timeout from dominating the hardwood to share an endearing and laugh-worthy birthday post for Marta, who turned 34 on Friday. The four-time WNBA champion dropped a five-photo love fest on Instagram, reminding the world that basketball players can nail assists on and off the court.
“Happy Birthday wifey! Forever grateful for you!!🫶🏻❤️ Here’s to another year of laughter & memories☺️ @martaxargay,” wrote Stewart, proving that her jumper isn’t the only thing with perfect execution.
The carousel of love included snapshots from the couple’s visit to Marta’s hometown, Girona, Spain. Among the highlights? A picture of the lovebirds in front of the iconic Girona Cathedral, a setting that screams, “This is a rom-com waiting to happen!” And because no Stewart-Xargay post is complete without a twist, one image captured Marta expertly navigating a ridiculously tight parking spot. Who knew EuroLeague legends could also ace parallel parking?
Oh, and let’s not forget the cameo from Stewart’s former UConn teammate Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis. The 2018 WNBA champ showed up for a selfie moment while Breanna and Marta snuck in a kiss behind her. Subtle? Not a chance. Adorable? Absolutely.
But wait, there’s more! The post also featured a wholesome family moment with Marta unwrapping gifts alongside their two kids, Ruby Mae and Theo Josep, who, in true toddler fashion, likely contributed more wrapping paper carnage than help.
From Teammates to Soulmates: A Slam Dunk Love Story
Breanna and Marta’s love story began in Russia of all places, where they played for Dynamo Kursk. It didn’t take long for sparks to fly, and by 2019, the duo was officially an item. Fast forward to May 2021, when Breanna popped the question (likely with the same precision as her fadeaway jumper), and the couple tied the knot that July in a low-key New York ceremony.
Parenthood came calling almost immediately. In August 2021, the couple welcomed their first child, Ruby Mae, via surrogacy. The journey was documented in a heartfelt short film by TOGETHXR x Bleacher Report, proving that even off the court, this couple knows how to score.
Marta later described motherhood as the highlight of her year, writing on Instagram: “The best part of this year has been becoming a mother and growing a family with my incredible wife, @breannastewart30.”
The family grew once again in October 2023 with the arrival of their son, Theo Josep. The announcement was quieter this time—perhaps because two kids mean twice the chaos—but it was clear that Team Stewart-Xargay was thriving.
A Love Worth Celebrating
From dynamite careers to their growing family, Breanna and Marta are redefining what it means to be a power couple. And if you need a reminder that life is as much about parking lot laughs as it is about championships, just head over to Breanna’s Instagram.
As Marta turns 34, one thing is clear: This duo is the MVP of love, life, and maybe even parallel parking. Happy Birthday, Marta—here’s to more laughter, memories, and, of course, Instagram-worthy moments!
