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Maria Yuryevna Sharapova (Russian: Мария Юрьевна Шарапова, romanized: Mariya Yuryevna Sharapova, pronounced [mɐˈrʲijə ʂɐˈrapəvə] ⓘ; born 19 April 1987) is a Russian former world No. 1 tennis player. She competed on the WTA Tour from 2001 to 2020 and was ranked world No. 1 in singles by the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) for 21 weeks.

Feb 26, 2020 · Maria Sharapova has announced that she is retiring from tennis with immediate effect. The 32-year-old Russian enjoyed a glittering career that saw her complete a career Grand Slam, win 36 WTA titles, and spend 21 weeks as WTA World No.1.

Jun 6, 2023 · Sharapova blew through the field, defeating Sara Errani in the final. She won 14 of 15 sets, regained the No.1 ranking from Victoria Azarenka to become only the 10th woman to collect all four Grand Slam trophies. Her wide smile at the post-match ceremony said it all.

On August 22, 2005, Sharapova became the World No. 1 for the first time in her career, and thus became the first Russian female player to ascend to the top of the WTA rankings. [12] Sharapova at the 2013 Wimbledon Championships.

Feb 26, 2020 · At 32, former world No. 1 Maria Sharapova announced her immediate retirement from professional tennis on Wednesday. Here are 32 things to know about the Russian’s standout career. She’s a...

Feb 26, 2020 · In an emotional essay, Maria Sharapova announced her retirement from tennis, confirming that after 28 years of professional tennis she is “ready to scale another mountain—to compete on a different type of terrain”.

Jan 22, 2025 · Maria Sharapova, Russian tennis player who was one of the game’s leading contenders in the early 21st century. She was one of the few female players to complete a career Grand Slam: Wimbledon (2004), U.S. Open (2006), Australian Open (2008), and French Open (2012 and 2014).

Mar 22, 2024 · Maria Sharapova is a former professional tennis player from Russia. She won five Grand Slam titles and was ranked No 1. Where was Maria Sharapova born? Sharapova was born on April 19, 1987, in Nyagan, Soviet Union. Her parents, Yuri Sharapov and Yelena, are from Gomel, Byelorussian SSR.

Oct 25, 2024 · Sharapova became an overnight sensation after she stunned two-time defending champion Serena Williams to win her maiden Major crown at Wimbledon 2004. She became one of the most recognizable...