(Sports News – Tennis News) Maria Sharapova appeared at the US Open, but in a very different way. After many years of retirement, the Russian tennis player still makes fans call his name.
Maria Sharapova said goodbye to tennis with the decision to retire on February 26, 2020. After many years of retirement, the former women’s world number 1 is still getting used to her new role. That is the role of an… audience.
Sharapova attends the 2023 US Open
On the Center Court on the opening day of the 2023 US Open, Sharapova, wearing an elegant red suit, was present in the VIP area. This time, she was present as a spectator, instead of being one of the champion seeds competing against other excellent players.
Sharapova shared about the newness after retirement. The mother of one said of watching matches from the stands: “I like it. I have an outsider’s perspective”.
The 2006 US Open champion added: “I enjoy watching the new generation of players develop, as well as following the development of tennis in general. In fact, the US Open is the only tennis event I watch live. continue to watch since retiring. It was a special tournament, held in a special city, with great energy from the fans.”
Sharapova conquered the 2006 US Open
At this year’s US Open, Sharapova will be more than just a spectator. She is also an ambassador for SS Evian, a floating tennis court on a boat. The SS Evian will cruise along the Hudson River to give guests the opportunity to watch the games in a special way. This is a program to celebrate the long-term partnership between the US Open and the brand that Sharapova represents.
As revealed, SS Evian will move along the Hudson River on the day of the men’s final on October 9. Spectators can watch the final from the ship and even have the opportunity to play tennis with Sharapova herself.
It can be said that the turning point of motherhood has changed a lot for Sharapova. On July 15 last year, this tennis player who conquered 5 Grand Slam tournaments gave birth to a son, Theodore, for her fiancé, businessman Alexander Gilkes.
Mother of 1 child Sharapova
Sharapova shared about the motherhood process: “He is only 1 year old. My life has become accustomed to the giggles of children, wobbly steps, and babbling first sentences.”
Sharapova added: “After having children, you have many other important responsibilities. I think the time is right for me to leave tennis. Now I spend more time with my family and myself too. “.
