Maria Sharapova Partners with John McEnroe: Maria Sharapova recently shared a heartwarming moment with her family as they enjoyed a sunset by the beach. The former tennis star, who is engaged to British businessman Alexander Gilkes, posted a video on her Instagram stories featuring her fiancé and their son, Theodore, who was born in July 2022.
A Look at Sharapova’s Career
Sharapova is considered one of the greatest tennis players of the 21st century. She won five Grand Slam titles and is among the few players to have claimed victories in all four major singles tournaments.
She also achieved the World No. 1 ranking and secured 14 WTA 1000 titles throughout her career. Additionally, Sharapova won a silver medal in the 2012 London Olympics, where she lost to Serena Williams in the final.
Family Time and New Year’s Reflections
In her Instagram story, Sharapova described the moment as “The first sunset of 2025 with my little family.” The video captured the peaceful moment with her loved ones, offering a glimpse into her life away from the tennis court.
Sharapova has always valued her privacy, but moments like these show her deep connection to her family and the importance of family time as she moves forward in her life.
Sharapova’s Recent Pickleball Participation
In 2024, Sharapova competed in the second edition of the Pickleball Slam, partnering with tennis legend John McEnroe. The duo, however, lost to the pair of Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf. Sharapova also made an appearance at the US Open, where she attended as a spectator.
As she embraces life away from professional tennis, Sharapova continues to stay involved in the sports world and enjoys new experiences. Her family and personal life seem to be in a happy and fulfilling place as she looks ahead to the new year.
News in Brief: Maria Sharapova Partners with John McEnroe
Maria Sharapova shared a heartwarming moment with her family as they enjoyed a sunset by the beach. The former tennis star, now engaged to Alexander Gilkes and mother to Theodore, reflects on family life. Sharapova also participated in the 2024 Pickleball Slam and continues to stay connected to sports.
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