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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Maria Sharapova in new look transformation post-tennis retirement
Tennis great Maria Sharapova has undergone a striking new-look transformation since her playing days, leaving a number of fans doing a double take as she was pictured at an event earlier this week. Sharapova (38) retired from professional tennis in 2020 and shot to fame as a fresh-faced teenager, when she beat top seed Serena Williams in the final at Wimbledon to lift the title aged just 17. She kept her iconic blonde locks throughout her career, but Sharapova now has a different look five years after leaving the sport behind. Alongside her British businessman fiance Alex Gilkes, she attended the 60th anniversary celebration of the Hotel II Pellicano in Monte Argentario, Italy, on Monday, with photos from the event leading fans to brand her as "unrecognisable", having ditched her famous blonde hair for a more natural brunette look. As a player, of course, Sharapova went on to win all four Grand Slam titles, following up her 2004 Wimbledon triumph with a US Open title two years later. The Russian star then won the Australian Open in 2008 before tasting victory twice at Roland Garros as she won the French Open in both 2012 and 2014, having also reached the final in 2013. In 2012, she won an Olympic silver medal at the London Games, losing to Williams in the women's singles final at SW19. As well as being the third-youngest woman to win a Wimbledon title, Sharapova also became the first Russian player to complete a career Grand Slam. Her accolades weren't just confined to the tennis court, however, as her global profile soared and she was named as "the hottest athlete in the world" by Maxim for four consecutive years. The tennis star was also named as one of the top 100 most powerful celebrities in the world by Forbes between 2005 and 2011, while she modelled for the likes of Sports Illustrated. However, Sharapova's illustrious career was marred n 2016 when she received a 15-month suspension - reduced from two years - for failing a drug test for meldonium. While she owned up to the mistake, she maintained that she had mistakenly taken the drug on her doctor's advice, without realising it had been banned by WADA. Since leaving tennis behind, Sharapova - who has 4.6 million followers on Instagram - has made the most of her life in retirement, jetting off on luxury trips with Gilkes, who she revealed she was engaged to in December 2020. In July 2022, the pair welcomed their first child, Theodore, together, with Sharapova's Instagram bio now proudly reading 'Mama'. The fomer tennis icon - who boasts career winnings of £31 million - has also successfully transitioned into business, launching her confectionary brand Sugarpova and investing in sunscreen brand supergoop at the height of her career. However, she has stepped up her business ambitions since retiring, investing in wellness brand therabody before joing the board of directors of top fashion brand Moncler in 2022. Sharapova also acts as an advisor to brands Naked Retail and Bright, while she has invested in several other companies including UFC, Tonal, Moonpay and Clio Snacks.
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Wimbledon icon Maria Sharapova looks totally different five years after retiring
Wimbledon icon Maria Sharapova looks totally different five years after retiring The former tennis superstar has left fans doing a double take after changing her iconic look in recent years Sharapova shot to fame after winning Wimbledon as a teenager in 2004 Former tennis superstar Maria Sharapova has undergone a striking transformation since the glory days of her career, leaving a number of fans doing a double take as she was pictured at an event earlier this week. The 38-year-old - who retired from professional tennis in 2020 - shot to fame as a fresh-faced teenager, when she beat top seed Serena Williams in the final at Wimbledon to lift the title aged just 17. She kept her iconic blonde locks throughout her career, but Sharapova now has a different look five years after leaving the sport behind. Alongside her British businessman fiance Alex Gilkes, she attended the 60th anniversary celebration of the Hotel II Pellicano in Monte Argentario, Italy, on Monday, with photos from the event leading fans to brand her as "unrecognisable", having ditched her famous blonde hair for a more natural brunette look. As a player, of course, Sharapova went on to win all four Grand Slam titles, following up her 2004 Wimbledon triumph with a US Open title two years later. The Russian star then won the Australian Open in 2008 before tasting victory twice at Roland Garros as she won the French Open in both 2012 and 2014, having also reached the final in 2013. In 2012, she won an Olympic silver medal at the London Games, losing to Williams in the women's singles final at SW19. Article continues below As well as being the third-youngest woman to win a Wimbledon title, Sharapova also became the first Russian player to complete a career Grand Slam. Her accolades weren't just confined to the tennis court, however, as her global profile soared and she was named as "the hottest athlete in the world" by Maxim for four consecutive years. The tennis star was also named as one of the top 100 most powerful celebrities in the world by Forbes between 2005 and 2011, while she modelled for the likes of Sports Illustrated. Sharapova and her fiance Alex Gilkes at the Hotel Il Pellicano 60th anniversary in Monte Argentario, Italy However, Sharapova's illustrious career was marred n 2016 when she received a 15-month suspension - reduced from two years - for failing a drug test for meldonium. While she owned up to the mistake, she maintained that she had mistakenly taken the drug on her doctor's advice, without realising it had been banned by WADA. Since leaving tennis behind, Sharapova - who has 4.6 million followers on Instagram - has made the most of her life in retirement, jetting off on luxury trips with Gilkes, who she revealed she was engaged to in December 2020. In July 2022, the pair welcomed their first child, Theodore, together, with Sharapova's Instagram bio now proudly reading 'Mama'. The fomer tennis icon - who boasts career winnings of £31 million - has also successfully transitioned into business, launching her confectionary brand Sugarpova and investing in sunscreen brand supergoop at the height of her career. However, she has stepped up her business ambitions since retiring, investing in wellness brand therabody before joing the board of directors of top fashion brand Moncler in 2022. Article continues below Sharapova also acts as an advisor to brands Naked Retail and Bright, while she has invested in several other companies including UFC, Tonal, Moonpay and Clio Snacks.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Former Wimbledon champion and world's sexiest tennis player stuns in see-through outfit at glitzy red carpet event
The tennis star will attend a big party this summer LOOKING ACE Former Wimbledon champion and world's sexiest tennis player stuns in see-through outfit at glitzy red carpet event Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FORMER Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova stunned in a glitzy red carpet event. The tennis icon 60th anniversary celebration of the Hotel II Pellicano in Monte Argentario, Italy. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Maria Sharapova stunned on the red carpet Credit: Getty 5 She attended an event with her fiancé Alex Gilkes Credit: Getty 5 Sharapova is no stranger to the red carpet Credit: Getty 5 She was inducted into the tennis Hall of Fame last year Credit: Splash 5 The Russian will attend a three-day party celebrating her induction in August Credit: Getty She was in attendance with her fiancé Alex Gilkes and wowed in a see-through outfit. Sharapova showed off her torso in a bra that was covered in a mesh top. The Russian carried a white purse and posed for photos with Gilkes on the red carpet. She also wore a pair of classy black heels and long trousers in a glitzy display. READ MORE IN TENNIS 'Sorry to bring that up' Awkward moment fan apologises to Sharapova's ex on cable car ride Sharapova is no stranger to the red carpet these days and often stuns with her glamorous looks. In autumn last year she was inducted into the tennis Hall of Fame. She is set to celebrate with a three-day party in Rhode Island, USA, in August. Plans for various events are in place - including meet and greets, a tennis fashion show, a live concert and even the first Celebrity Pro Classic. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS That will see a host of tennis legends team up with celebrities to play in a mixed-doubles tournament on site. Sharapova and the Bryan brothers will join the other 267 inductees in the Hall of Fame representing 28 countries. Aryna Sabalenka shows her disappointment after defeat to Coco Gauff Kim Clijsters, president of the International Hall of Fame, said: "I am honored to welcome Maria Sharapova and Bob and Mike Bryan as the International Tennis Hall of Fame's Class of 2025. "Beyond each of their historic accomplishments on the court, the Class of 2025 have had such a profound impact on the game of tennis and have inspired multiple generations of fans across the world. "We look forward to celebrating them in Newport next year."
