Maria Sharapova Bio

Maria Sharapova Meet and Greet with Turkish Juniors

Admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:40:01 GMT

Maria did a meet and greet with Turkish junior players. Ayda Uluc, president of the TTF, introduced her to the 20 children.

Maria Sharapova not in Russian squad for Fed Cup finals

Admin — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:41:01 GMT

The world tennis No. 2, Maria Sharapova, won’t be playing for Russia in the upcoming Fed Cup finals against the Czech Republic.

Maria Sharapova to play Fed Cup

Admin — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 12:04:41 GMT

The World No. 2 ranked Maria Sharapova of Russia has arrived in Istanbul to take part in the WTA Championships, which is scheduled to kick off on 25th to 30th October, 2011.

Maria Sharapova to play Fed Cup

Admin — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:41:14 GMT

The three-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova will play Russia’s Fed Cup tie match against France on 5th and 6th February on next year, schedule to play Moscow.

WTA - Maria Sharapova back on practice courts

Admin — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 12:42:01 GMT

World no. 2 Maria Sharapova has begun practicing in Los Angeles. on Thursday, for the first time since twisting her ankle in Tokyo more than a week ago.

Maria Sharapova Should Thank Pennetta For Shot At Number One

Admin — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 11:01:10 GMT

When Flavia Pennetta upset World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki, it was a huge win for the Italian to finally taste victory after five straight losses in as many attempts against the Dane..

The Forbes Fab 40

Admin — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:11:41 GMT

The Forbes Fab 40: The World's Most Valuable Sports Brands.

Maria Sharapova pulls out of China Open

Admin — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:01:56 GMT

Maria Sharapova pulled out of the China Open, citing a left ankle injury suffered Thursday at a tournament in Tokyo..

Maria Sharapova twists ankle, quits quarterfinal against Kvitova at Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo

Admin — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:14:41 GMT

TOKYO — Maria Sharapova twisted her ankle while serving Thursday and quit her Pan Pacific Open quarterfinal against Petra Kvitova in a rematch of this summer’s Wimbledon final.

Maria Sharapova vs Petra Kvitova 2011 Tokyo Open

Admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 23:22:37 GMT

2011 Wimbledon finalists, Maria Sharapova and Petra Kvitova will be once again squaring off this season in the 2011 Tokyo Open to secure their place in the final four of the on-going tournament in Tokyo.

Can Maria Sharapova finish as the year-end No. 1?

Admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 18:10:17 GMT

A surprise loss by Caroline Wozniacki in Tokyo opens the door slightly for Maria Sharapova to take over No. 1 and finish the WTA season in the top spot for the first time in her career.

Maria Sharapova through to Kvitova meeting in Tokyo

Admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:42:14 GMT

Maria battled through to the quarters at the Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo after she defeated No.13 seed Julia Goerges of Germany. Maria won 7-6 (4) 7-6 (4) in 2 hours and 4 minutes.

WTA Tokyo - Maria Sharapova vs. Julia Goerges

Admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:02:34 GMT

Maria Sharapova takes on Julia Goerges tonight at the Toray Pan Pacific Open.

Best Dressed: Tennis Princess

Admin — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:54:14 GMT

Maria Sharapova isn't just a champion on the tennis courts....

Maria Sharapova: Tiffany and Co. Event in Tokyo!

Admin — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:44:53 GMT

Maria Sharapova steps out in a custom Cynthia Rowley dress for a promotional event at Tiffany & Co.'s Ginza flagship store on Saturday (September 24) in Tokyo, Japan.

Maria Sharapova into Tokyo last 16

Admin — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:17:42 GMT

Maria defeated Tamarine Tanasugarn of Thailand 6-2 7-5 in 1 hour and 31 minutes to advance to the 3rd round of the Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo.

Maria Sharapova worried about Anna Chakvetadze's future

Admin — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:12:41 GMT

TOKYO: Tennis star and world number two Maria Sharapova said Monday her compatriot Anna Chakvetadze's decision to run for the Russian parliament would make it "tough" on her career in the sport.

WTA Tokyo - Maria Sharapova vs Tamarine Tanasugarn

Admin — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:22:01 GMT

Maria Sharapova returns to the WTA Tour later today and starts her campaign to win a third Tokyo title when she takes on Tamarine Tanasugarn.

Monday Schedule

Admin — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 14:35:52 GMT

Maria will play her first match of the 2011 Toray Pan Pacific Open on Monday against Tamarine Tanasugarn of Thailand.

Maria Sharapova admits to concerns about Japan

Admin — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:56:11 GMT

TOKYO (AFP) - World number two Maria Sharapova on Sunday admitted to concerns about playing in the Pan Pacific Open in Japan after the March earthquake-tsunami sparked the worst nuclear accident since Chernobyl.

Tiffany and Co. Tokyo Event

Admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 15:15:31 GMT

Maria attended a Tiffany & Co. event at Tiffany's flagship store in Ginza in Tokyo on Saturday night.

Women’s tennis being taken over by 'hot and beautiful' babes

Admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 13:45:21 GMT

Tokyo Photo Blog

Admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 11:10:11 GMT

Melbourne: Women’s tennis is apparently being taken over by hot and beautiful players, according to a report.

Pan Pacific Open 2011 in Tokyo Draw Released

Admin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:41:21 GMT

During the US Open, E!News ran a week long profile on Maria. In the feature, Maria talks about a variety of topics including fashion, design, love and Facebook.

Maria Sharapova, Zvonareva thank Taiwan fans, expect to return

Admin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:01:41 GMT

Taipei, Sept. 23 (CNA) Top Russian seeded tennis players Maria Sharapova and Vera Zvonareva thanked Taiwanese fans for their support Thursday night after an exhibition match in Taipei,..

E!News Profile Video

Admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:10:42 GMT

During the US Open, E!News ran a week long profile on Maria. In the feature, Maria talks about a variety of topics including fashion, design, love and Facebook. There is also some footage from two events before the US Open: Cole Haan Fall 2011 Collection Launch and the HEAD-to-HEAD event.

Maria Sharapova defeats Zvonareva in Taiwan

Admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:41:25 GMT

Maria defeated Vera Zvonareva 6-3 6-4 in a charity exhibition match at the Taipei Arena in Taiwan.

Maria Sharapova vs Vera Zvonareva Taiwan Exhibition

Admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:41:52 GMT

Top seeded Russian players, Maria Sharapova and Vera Zvonareva will be squaring off in a Taipei exhibition to promote and raise funds for the earthquake and tsunami victims, which happened in Japan, 2011.

Maria Sharapova advice to Taiwanese tennis players

Admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:14:24 GMT

The Russian stars Maria Sharapova and Vera Zvonareva have advised Taiwanese young tennis players to work hard at this age to become a good player.

Maria Sharapova enjoys the hectic schedule

Admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:04:44 GMT

You will not find Maria Sharapova moaning about crowded schedules after a year in which the Russian has returned to within sight of the summit of women's tennis.

Day 1 in Taiwan

Admin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 20:24:14 GMT

Maria has arrived in Taiwan for her first visit there for a charity exhibition. Many Taiwanese fans got up early to welcome her at the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.

Maria Sharapova arrives at Taiwan for Exhibition match

Admin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:54:18 GMT

Former world No.1, Maria Sharapova has arrived at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport on Wednesday at 5:50 in Taiwan. Maria Sharapova, who is in Taiwan to play an exhibition match against fellow country women, Vera Zvonareva, was all smiles, as she was welcomed grandly by throngs of screaming Taiwanese fans.

Russian tennis star greeted by screaming Taiwanese fans

Admin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:27:26 GMT

Taipei, Sept. 21 (CNA) Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova was all smiles as she greeted throngs of screaming Taiwanese fans upon her arrival at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport at 5:50 a.m. Wednesday.

Maria Sharapova, Zvonareva to play exhibition match in Taipei this week

Admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:36:08 GMT

Taipei, Sept. 20 (CNA) Russian tennis stars Maria Sharapova and Vera Zvonareva will be in Taiwan this week for an exhibition match at Taipei Arena on Thursday.

Wozniacki, Sharapova, Azarenka Top Seeds WTA

Admin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 14:12:41 GMT

The women tennis rankings have been released on Monday, September 19, 2011, as the top seeded players after the 2011 US Open Caroline Wozniacki, Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka have continued to secure same places in the WTA Rankings.

Rafael Nadal and Maria Sharapova supports for flood victims

Admin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:04:54 GMT

The 2011 French Open winner Rafael Nadal and World No. 2 ranked Maria Sharapova have raised their support for a charity auction to increase funds for the flood victims in the country.

Maria Sharapova moves up to two in the latest world rankings

Admin — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:56:14 GMT

Maria Sharapova has climbed back up to No. 2 in the world rankings.

Maria Sharapova qualifies for WTA's Year End Championships

Admin — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:16:28 GMT

Maria Sharapova, the Russian professional tennis player and a former World No. 1. player, who has won 24 WTA singles titles, including 3 Grand Slam singles titles, she has as well won the year-end invitational WTA Tour Championships in 2004.

Federer Vs Roddick, Maria Sharapova exhibition at MSG slated for March

Admin — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:36:08 GMT

Former world No.1 players, Roger Federer, Andy Roddick, Maria Sharapova and Caroline Wozniacki will be squaring off in an exhibition match at Madison Square Garden at MSG on 5th March, 2012..

Louise Redknapp vs Maris Sharapova - who wore it best?

Admin — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:26:38 GMT

Never seen you looking so lovely as you did tonight, never seen you shine so bright…haven’t got a clue what we’re on about? Chris de Burgh Lady in Red of course.

Maria Sharapova to play BNP Paribas Showdown

Admin — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:44:17 GMT

A huge night of tennis is in store for New York area tennis fans, with some of the world's top players scheduled for the first tennis matches in the transformed Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 5th, 2012, as the BNP Paribas Showdown returns for its fifth year at the World's Most Famous Arena.

Will Maria Sharapova retire from WTA?

Admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:39:01 GMT

The former World No. 1 Maria Sharapova has knocks out of the 2011 US Open tournament by the Italian Flavia Pennetta in straight sets in the third round.

Bigger Bust: Anna Kournikova Or Maria Sharapova?

Admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 13:45:57 GMT

Maria Sharapova qualifies for Year End Championships

Admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:11:04 GMT

Maria is one of the first players to qualify for the TEB-BNP Paribas WTA Championships, which will be hosted at the state of the art Sinan Erdem Arena in Istanbul, Turkey.

Maria Sharapova's US Open Third Round Interview

Admin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 22:16:04 GMT

Maria Sharapova's US Open Third Round Interview.

Maria Sharapova's early exit at the 2011 U.S. Open is a product of the ugly part of her game

Admin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 17:36:42 GMT

It is never easy on the eyes watching Maria Sharapova play tennis, no matter how attractive the commercial package. She moves forward on the court like a steaming, stalled tractor and shrieks upon ball contact like a wounded hyena.

At U.S. Open, Maria Sharapova is latest upset victim

Admin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 14:47:56 GMT

FLUSHING MEADOWS, N.Y. — With her steely eyes and ear-splitting shrieks, Maria Sharapova is regarded as one of the fiercer competitors in tennis — remorseless in steamrolling inferior opponents and even more determined when clawing out of deficits.

Boldface Name Is Added to Upset List

Admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 20:41:52 GMT

For much of her third-round match at the United States Open on Friday, Maria Sharapova played with all the outward joy of someone watching her car being repossessed.

Maria Sharapova Vs Flavia Pennetta 2011 US Open Third round Preview

Admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:25:10 GMT

The former World No. 1 Maria Sharapova will play against Italian Flavia Pennetta in the third round of the 2011 US Open tournament on Friday 2nd September, at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows Park at 11:00 am local time in New York.

Maria Sharapova's US Open Second Round Interview

Admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:14:27 GMT

Maria Sharapova's US Open Second Round Interview.

No problem this time: Maria Sharapova Eases Through to Third Round of US Open 2011

Admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:14:37 GMT

The third-seeded Russian Maria Sharapova wasted no time and shifted into a higher gear on Wednesday as she overwhelmed unseeded Anastasiya Yakimova of Belarus with the loss of just two games to surge into the third round of the US Open.

Maria Sharapova Talks Tennis, Travel, and Her Sweet Tooth

Admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:27:58 GMT

It's official, NYC has tennis fever! The courtside champs have been spotted around the Big Apple as they're in town for this week's US Open Tennis Championship.

InStyle.Com: Look Of The Day

Admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:57:06 GMT

Click here to go to the InStyle website.

Maria Sharapova's Path To The U.S. Open Final Is Getting Easier And Easier

Admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:57:04 GMT

Maria Sharapova may be the biggest benefactor of three big-name women bowing out of the U.S. Open early.

Maria Sharapova vs Anastasia Yakimova - 2011 US Open Match Preview

Admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:04:12 GMT

2006 US Open champion Maria Sharapova takes on Belarusian Anastasia Yakimova for a place in the third round of the 2011 edition of the season's last Grand Slam, US Open, being played here at Flushing Meadows in New York, USA.

Eight years ago..

Admin — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:14:47 GMT

I just want to go out and just perform well and play some good tennis and get as much experience as I can 'cause that's really important right now for me. You know, hopefully play some top players and do well and, you know...

Maria Sharapova's US Open First Round Interview

Admin — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:18:25 GMT

Maria Sharapova's US Open First Round Interview.

Maria Sharapova battles through in New York

Admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:41:21 GMT

Maria is through to the second round of the US Open after she defeated 19-year-old Heather Watson of Great Britain 3-6 7-5 6-3 in 2 hours and 34 minutes.

In Maria Sharapova's Words

Admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:41:11 GMT

Defined as she is by how she plays and what she wears on the tennis court, Maria Sharapova is far from a one-hit wonder, as indicated by her many interests.

Maria Sharapova: Golden Girl

Admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 17:18:41 GMT

Still in her Nike practice gear with her ponytail swinging and her forehead faintly perspiring, Maria Sharapova would have been tough to miss recently in a quiet Toronto hotel, even if she hadn’t introduced herself.

Super Pova

Admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:45:17 GMT

Tennis ace Maria Sharapova has developed a rising rep as a fashionista. Here, she serves up her style secrets

Maria Sharapova vs Heather Watson - 2011 US Open Match Preview

Admin — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 15:49:17 GMT

Former World No.1 Maria Sharapova takes on Britain's Heather Watson to kick start her title campaign at the 2011 US Open, season's last Grand Slam, being played here at Flushing Meadows, New York.

Maria Sharapova to begin US Open campaign on Monday

Admin — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:05:47 GMT

Maria will start her US Open campaign on Monday against Heather Watson of Great Britain who Maria has never played before. The match is the second match on Arthur Ashe Stadium and the schedule of play begins at 13.00 local time.

Maria Sharapova's US Open 2011 Pre-Tournament Interview

Admin — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 19:27:41 GMT

Maria Sharapova's US Open 2011 Pre-Tournament Interview

Wall Street Journal Article

Admin — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:58:24 GMT

Tennis champ Maria Sharapova is known as a tough, aggressive player. Her grunting during matches is as legendary as her signature swinging volley. When off court, she's a striking blend of steeliness and unabashed femininity.

Maria Sharapova: Cole Haan and Head Launch!

Admin — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 15:01:17 GMT

Maria Sharapova celebrates the launch of her new Fall 2011 collection byCole Haan on Thursday (August 25) in New York City.

Maria Sharapova

Admin — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:41:24 GMT

Cole Haan Fall 2011 Collection Launch Event

Admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:59:01 GMT

Maria and Cole Haan hosted an event in New York to celebrate the launch of her Fall 2011 collection by Cole Haan, guests had the first opportunity to preview her special edition Air Bacara Ballets as well as shop her Fall collection for the first time.

Maria Sharapova to wear Tiffany earrings in New York

Admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:35:21 GMT

Tiffany & Co. today announced that Maria will wear diamond drop earrings from the new Tiffany Grace collection at the 2011 US Open, August 29-September 11, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York.

US Open 2011 Draw: Previewing Maria Sharapova's Draw

Admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:32:41 GMT

Maria Sharapova has been placed in the third quarter of the 2011 US Open women's singles draw. How does the path ahead look for her?

US Open Tennis 2011: Maria Sharapova and Three Women with Best Chance to Win

Admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:41:14 GMT

Kim Clijsters has claimed the last two US Open titles. But she's not going to be in New York to defend her throne, which leaves the women's field more open than it usually is.

Maria Sharapova, Novak Djokovic seems favorite at US Open

Admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:47:06 GMT

The World No. 1 Novak Djokovic and Russian Maria Sharapova looks hot favorite to clinch the title at US Open championship this year at Flushing Meadows Park of Queens in New York.

Tennis Star Maria Sharapova Shines

Admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:01:47 GMT

In the first six months of this year, Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova, 24, zigzagged across the globe to tournaments in Auckland, Madrid, Miami, Stanford and Rome, where she won her first championship of 2011.

Game On: U.S. Open Contender Maria Sharapova Celebrates Her Newest Designs for Cole Haan

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:05:01 GMT

Maria Sharapova’s on-court ensembles are anything but classic tennis whites—just take the Audrey Hepburn–inspired, crystal-studded LBD she made famous during her winning streak at the U.S. Open in 2007; the pale yellow number with bold corsetlike stitching she wore at the French Open in May; or the dove-gray minidress with chartreuse accents she’s expected to wear when the 2011 U.S.

Keys in Maria Sharapova's quarter

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:58:17 GMT

No. 3 seed and past champion Maria Sharapova would stand between Madison Keys and a berth in the United States Open semifinals, but you can rest assured the 16-year-old Keys isn't looking anywhere near that far ahead as she readies for next week's debut in a major tennis tournament.

Heather Watson to Face Maria Sharapova

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:21:13 GMT

Briton Heather Watson will play Maria Sharapova in her first-ever match at the US Open next week.

US Open 2011 Draw Released

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:41:28 GMT

The draw for the fourth and final Grand Slam of the year at the US Open has been released and Maria is seeded No.3 and will face Heather Watson of Great Britain in the first round. Maria has never played Watson before.

Maria Sharapova Celebrates new Cole Haan designs

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:36:52 GMT

NEW YORK CITY—Tennis stars Novak Djokovic and Maria Sharapova took some time out from their US Open preparations to discuss their latest venture with tennis racquet manufacture HEAD on Wednesday, at New York City’s Benjamin Hotel.

US Open Tennis 2011: Maria Sharapova Rightful No. 1 Player

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:04:57 GMT

Caroline Wozniacki will be the top seed at the US Open. The USTA has a history of following the world rankings when they seed the US Open, so this does make sense.

Tennis Stars Maria Sharapova Talk About New Racquets

Admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:27:41 GMT

Maria Sharapova and Novak Djokovic HEAD-to-HEAD

Admin — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:10:45 GMT

Maria and Novak Djokovic were on hand in New York for HEAD's HEAD-to-HEAD event.

Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova and the Search for a Rivalry

Admin — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 12:01:13 GMT

In advance of the 2011 U.S. Open, you can find plenty of compelling stories on the women's side: Andrea Petkovic's rise from dark horse to real contender; American Christina McHale's surprising summer and increasing potential for getting past Week 1; or the vacuum left by Kim Clijsters' withdrawal.

Maria Sharapova, Zvonareva talk about upcoming trip to Taiwan

Admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 23:14:48 GMT

Taipei, Aug. 22 (CNA) Tennis stars Maria Sharapova and Vera Zvonareva of Russia greeted Taiwanese fans on Monday over the phone ahead of their September visit to Taiwan.

WTA Strong is Beautiful Campaign

Admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 22:41:27 GMT

Maria is featured in the WTA campaign "Strong is Beautiful". Through all of life's difficult circumstances, the players’ love for the sport and determination to succeed prevails. The new ad campaign is a life example that being physically and mentally strong is beautiful.

Women's Tennis Power Rankings: Maria Sharapova Leads The Way To New York

Admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 17:44:34 GMT

The green lawns of the All England Club and the red dirt of Roland Garros have faded into the background and the U.S. summer hard court season is quickly accelerating to its final and ultimate destination: the US Open.

Maria Sharapova fights back to clinch glory in Cincinnati

Admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:24:14 GMT

(CNN) -- Maria Sharapova fought back from one set and a break down against Jelena Jankovic to clinch the Western and Southern Open in Cincinnati.

Maria Sharapova is Very Much Still Here

Admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:41:57 GMT

How can I put this? It’s been an “interesting” US Open series. For fans of tennis, this part of the year is great because there is almost non-stop tennis for four solid weeks on both the WTA and ATP tours.

Maria Sharapova Western Southern Open 2011 Final Interview

Admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:17:41 GMT

Maria Sharapova's Western & Southern Open 2011 Final Interview

Maria Sharapova Survives Letdown: Wins 2011 Cincinnati Champion Title

Admin — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:50:05 GMT

CINCINNATI (AP) - Maria Sharapova overcame a first-set letdown on Sunday, rallying to beat Jelena Jankovic 4-6, 7-6 (3), 6-3 in the finals of the Western & Southern Open.

Maria Sharapova Western and Southern Open 2011 Semi Final Interview

Admin — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:57:17 GMT

Maria Sharapova Western and Southern Open 2011 Semi Final Interview

Maria Sharapova vs Jelena Jankovic: 2011 Cincinnati Open Final Preview

Admin — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:30:10 GMT

TIn a battle of former World No. 1s players, current World No. 7 Maria Sharapova of Russia will take on World No. 14 Jelena Jankovic of Serbia, who is chasing her first title of 2011, in the final of the 2011 Cincinnati Open.

Maria Sharapova battles through to Cincinnati 2011 Final

Admin — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 01:55:50 GMT

The fourth-seeded Maria Sharapova is through to her second final at the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati, she was completely off her game in the first set, she barely able to score points against the world’s second-ranked player.

Maria Sharapova Western and Southern Open 2011 Quarter Final Interview

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:50:47 GMT

Maria Sharapova's Western & Southern Open 2011 Quarter Final Interview

Maria Sharapova vs Vera Zvonareva in Cincinnati Masters preview

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:17:47 GMT

With the world's No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark struggling losing her last two matches and No. 3 Kim Clijsters of Belgium bowing out of the U.S. Open due to a stomach ailment, new No. 2 player in the world Vera Zvonareva of Russia could be the next No. 1 player in the women's circuit after the fourth Slam of the year.

Maria Sharapova through to Cincinnati Semi Finals

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:10:15 GMT

MASON, Ohio - Fourth-seeded Maria Sharapova of Russia advanced easily into the semifinals of the Western & Southern Open with a 6-3, 6-2 win over 10th-seeded Samantha Stosur on Friday.

Maria Sharapova's Western Southern Open 2011 Third Round Interview

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:45:25 GMT

Maria Sharapova's Western & Southern Open 2011 Third Round Interview

Maria Sharapova vs Samantha Stosur 2011 Cincinnati Masters

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:15:05 GMT

Here comes an exciting quarter’s knockout, as the former No.1, Maria Sharapova will be taking on Australian world No.10, Samantha Stosur to advance into the finals four of the 2011 Cincinnati Masters.

Maria Sharapova through as Grand Slam champions fall

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:55:25 GMT

The Cincinnati Open claimed two more high-profile victims yesterday with grand slam champions Li Na and Petra Kvitova crashing out, while Russian pair Maria Sharapova and Vera Zvonareva crunched their opponents en route to the quarter-finals.

Maria Sharapova in easy win

Admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:10:18 GMT

Three-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova wasted little time asserting herself in the Western & Southern Open, ousting qualifier Anastasia Rodionova 6-1, 6-3 in a 71-minute second-round match.

Missing a Wedding and a Fiance

Admin — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:01:08 GMT

Serena Williams was not the only tennis player invited to this weekend’s royal Hollywood wedding. Also on the guest list was Maria Sharapova, whose fiancé, Sacha Vujacic, played on the Nets with Kris Humphries, who is marrying the reality TV star Kim Kardashian.

Maria Sharapova vs Svetlana Kuznetsova in Cincinnati Masters preview

Admin — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:55:05 GMT

The World No. 7 ranked Maria Sharapova and Svetlana Kuznetsova will clash in the third round of the 2011 Western & Southern Open tournament in Cincinnati. The match will begin at 16:30 GMT on Thursday.

Maria Sharapova's Western Southern Open 2011 Second Round Interview

Admin — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:18:15 GMT

Maria Sharapova's Western & Southern Open 2011 Second Round Interview

Maria Sharapova through to Western and Southern Open in Cincinnati's 3rd Round

Admin — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 05:14:05 GMT

Maria defeated qualifier Anastasia Rodionova of Australia 6-1 6-3 in 71 minutes to advance to the third round of the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati.

New HEAD Racquet Bag Collection

Admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:16:05 GMT

Arguably, there is no other player who embodies the symbiosis between performance and style in tennis as impressively as Maria Sharapova. Now HEAD is offering the iconic Sharapova Style to female players around the world with a brand-new tennis racquet bag series designed by and for the three-time Grand Slam champion.

WTA Cincinnati Masters: Maria Sharapova vs Anastasia Rodionova

Admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:13:41 GMT

2011 Wimbledon finalist, Maria Sharapova will be battling against Anastasia Rodionova

Roger Federer, Maria Sharapova excited to see newly combined event

Admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:11:47 GMT

The Sixteen-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer, three-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova and World No. 2 ranked Vera Zvonareva have praised the Western & Southern Open’s development to a men’s and women’s mutual tournament in 2011.

10 things you don't know about Maria Sharapova

Admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:41:35 GMT

1.Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova, the No. 4 seed in this week's Western & Southern Open, hopes to someday meet U2 frontman Bono and do charity work with him.

Win Court Time with Maria Sharapova!

Admin — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:14:54 GMT

HEAD is running a contest to win court time with Maria. The prize is Maria visiting your tennis club and hitting with you and 2 friends. Maria will also hold an autograph session at your club.

Maria Sharapova's Rogers Cup 2011 Third Round Interview

Admin — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 13:14:11 GMT

Maria Sharapova's Rogers Cup 2011 Third Round Interview

WTA Rankings Following Toronto: Maria Sharapova, Kim Clijsters Down

Admin — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:56:04 GMT

The WTA have updated their rankings following the results from the Premier Mandatory event in Toronto and there have been several changes in the top 10.

Maria Sharapova meets Kristen Borland in Toronto

Admin — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:15:54 GMT

Maria met one of her biggest fans at the Rogers Cup in Toronto this week. Nine-year-old Kristen Borland is an up and coming tennis player and uses the same racquet as Maria.

Cincinnati 2011 Draw Released

Admin — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:05:36 GMT

The draw for Maria's third and final event before the US Open has been released. Maria is playing the Western and Southern Open in Cincinnati and is seeded No.4 and has a bye in the first round. In the second round Maria will play either Polona Hercog of Slovenia or a qualifier. Maria has never played the 40th ranked Slovenian before.

Maria Sharapova loses in Third Round

Admin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:44:10 GMT

TORONTO -- In a season full of talk about the parity in women's tennis, unheralded Galina Voskoboeva became the latest to step up and prove that point.

Maria Sharapova's Rogers Cup 2011 Second Round Interview

Admin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:37:18 GMT

Maria Sharapova's Rogers Cup 2011 Second Round Interview

Maria Sharapova vs Serena Williams Showdown Brewing at WTA Toronto?

Admin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:24:48 GMT

The Premier Mandatory event in Toronto has seen the top two players in the world fall in the early rounds as Kim Clijsters retired from her match against Jie Zheng with an abdominal problem while top-ranked Caroline Wozniacki was not able to fend off an upset on Wednesday as Italy's Roberta Vinci pulled off the stunner.

Maria Sharapova vs Galina Voskoboeva in Rogers Cup 2011 Preview

Admin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:57:28 GMT

The World No. 5 ranked Maria Sharapova is set to meet Galina Voskoboeva in the third round of the 2011 Rogers Cup tournament at 19:05 GMT on Thursday, 11th August at the Rexall Centre in Toronto.

Maria Sharapova progresses in Toronto Rogers Cup 2011

Admin — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:10:07 GMT

Maria defeated qualifier Bojana Jovanovski of Serbia to advance to the third round of the Rogers Cup in Toronto. Maria won 6-1 7-5 in 1 hour and 33 minutes.

Maria Sharapova vs Bojana Jovanovski Rogers Cup Preview

Admin — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:40:15 GMT

The former World No. 1 Maria Sharapova will play against Bojana Jovanovski in the second round of the 2011 Rogers Cup tournament. The Match will begin at 23:05 GMT at the Rexall Centre in Toronto.

Kelly: Cup's just heating up for Maria Sharapova and pals

Admin — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 17:11:25 GMT

While the lesser lights were struggling out in the heat, the belles of this particular ball were being put through their media paces Monday afternoon.