Who is Elton Jantjies’ wife and where are they now? Biography and all the details

Who is Elton Jantjies’ wife and where are they now? Biography and all the details

Claudia Kogi
February 24, 2024 at 11:13 AM

If you are a rugby fan, you will attest to the fact that South Africa is somewhat the home of many great rugby players. One of them is Elton Jantjies, a renowned South African rugby player who holds the flyhalf position at the Springboks. Besides his career, which has immensely contributed to his fame, Elton Jantjies' wife has also played a massive part in his success.

Photos of Elton Jantjies and his wife. Iva Ristic.
Photos of Elton Jantjies and his girlfriend, Iva Ristic. Photo: Mark Kolbe, @ivarisstic (Modified by author)
Source: Getty Images

Table of Сontents:

Since Elton Jantjies began his rugby career, he has been celebrated on different occasions with different sporting awards to his credit. All thanks to his supportive wife, Iva Ristic, who has been there for him for quite some time. This article discusses the following;

  • Is Elton Jantjies still married to Iva?
  • Where is Elton Jantjies now?
  • What is Elton's age?

Elton Jantjies' profile summary

Full name

Elton Thomas Jantjies

Date of birth

1 August 1990

Age

33 years as of February 2024

Place of birth

Middelburg, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Nationality

South African

Ethnicity

Mixed

Father

Thomas

Mother

Alma

Brother

Tony Shedrick Jantjies

Height

5 feet 9.5 inches or 176 centimetres

Weight

194 pounds or 88 kilograms

Profession

Professional rugby player

Current team

South African national team, Agen

Position

Fly-half

Net worth

Between $1 million and $5 million

Social media presence

Instagram, X (Twitter)

Who is Elton Jantjies' wife?

The question about whether or not Elton Jantjies is married has recently paraded the headlines, with fans wondering who the new rugby WAG is. His wife Iva Ristic (age 33 years as of February) was born on 19 June 1980 in South Africa. As of February 2024, she is a fashion model and social media influencer.

What is Elton Jantjies' wife's ethnicity?

The famous rugby WAG is a South African national of Greek ancestry. Most sources speculated her ethnicity following her stay with her parents in Greece after giving birth.

When was Elton Jantjies' wedding?

Elton Jantjies watches on during the round five Super Rugby match against the Waratahs
Top 5 facts about Elton Jantjies. Photo: Mark Kolbe/Getty Images (Modified by author)
Source: Original

The professional athlete and Iva met online in 2011, but due to their tight travelling schedules, they met in person in 2014 at a magazine photo shoot. Reportedly, he proposed to her at a fancy restaurant by putting the ring in her Cosmopolitan cocktail.

It took them just six days before they married, shortly before the 2019 World Cup kicked off. The wedding took place with close friends and family as attendants. The couple is head over heels in love as they often upload photos and videos documenting their lives.

Elton Jantjies' biography

Elton Jantjies (age 33 years as of February 2024) was born on 1 August 1990 in Middelburg, Eastern Cape, South Africa, to Alma and Thomas Jantjies.

Does Elton Jantjies have a brother?

Due to Herschel and Elton Jantjies' relationship in the rugby career, rugby fans have taken to social media enquiring about whether or not the two stars are biological brothers. However, they are not related in any way except that they are both rugby players. Elton has a brother, Tony" Shedrick Jantjies, one of the South African rugby union players.

Does Elton Jantjies have kids?

Elton and Iva have three children together. Their first son, Elton Junior, was born in September 2015; their second born, Noah, was born in March 2017; and their youngest child was born in May 2019. However, they have not disclosed his name.

Elton Jantjies kicks a conversion during the Rugby Union international matches
Jantjies kicks a conversion during the Rugby Union international match against Georgia at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on 2 July 2021 in Pretoria, South Africa. Photo: David Rogers
Source: Getty Images

Professional career

He debuted in rugby when he joined the Lions in Super Rugby in 2011. Following the club's relegation from the South African conference, he was loaned to the Stormers for the 2013 season. It was in the Stormers that the professional athlete displayed his incredible performances where he had an 86 per cent goal-kicking success rate, unlike when he was playing for the Lions.

He played for several other teams, such as Shining Arcs, Pau, and Red Hurricanes Osaka. After playing for the Stormers, he returned to the Lions from 2014 to 2020. As of February 2024, he plays for Agen, where he has made 11 appearances and scored 65 points.

Elton Jantjies' net worth and salary

The professional rugby player has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million and $5 million, according to various sources such as Explore Networth. He plays the fly-half for the South African national team, where he earns approximately $14,000 as his annual salary.

Frequently asked questions

Since debuting in the rugby scene, Elton has made headlines thanks to his incredible skills on the pitch. Although he is still on the road to making a name for himself, what he has done so far is commendable.

What happened to Elton Jantjies?

Elton Jantjies celebrates after scoring during the Super Rugby Unlocked match
Jantjies celebrates after scoring during the Super Rugby Unlocked match against Emirates Lions at DHL Newlands Stadium on 17 October 2020 in Cape Town, South Africa. Photo: Ashley Vlotman
Source: Getty Images

In August 2023, the rugby player was suspended from playing professionally as a result of a finding that he had been using a prohibited substance, Clenbuterol. His suspension was further replaced with a four-year ban in January 2024. During an interview, he claimed that he was shocked about the results of the drug test.

The whole media has made requests for me to speak about last year, and I never have. I want to say it as it is. That is how I do things. I do not want to hide away. Certain things have happened.
There was one specific voice note I received, which I will always remember. The guy said that they would go and take my rugby boots. It was scary.

What is Elton Jantjies' height?

The South African athlete stands at 5 feet 9.5 inches, or 176 centimetres, and his weight is 194 pounds or 88 kilograms. He has dark brown eyes and hair.

What is Elton Jantjies' nationality?

The professional rugby player is a South African national of a mixed ethnic background.

Final word

Thanks to Elton Jantjies' wife, the player makes a name for himself every day he steps on the pitch. Besides, he is among the most celebrated rugby players South Africa has ever had. His life is proof of the fact that success is achievable if you set your mind to it.

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Claudia Kogi is a Kenyan content creator with over 3 years of experience. Claudia joined Sportsbrief.com as a writer in January 2022, covering sports and relatable content.
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