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Maria Sharapova graced the cover of the Dutch fashion and lifestyle magazine Numero. The 11th issue features Sharapova in a series of breathtaking outfits from renowned fashion houses like Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, and Schiaparelli.
Having discovered her love for tennis at just six years old, the Russian's career evolved into an illustrious one. Since her retirement from professional tennis in 2020, Sharapova has transitioned into the worlds of business, motherhood, and lifestyle, while still maintaining her connection to the sport that made her a household name.
Sharapova’s stunning cover and photoshoot for Numero were shared with her millions of followers on Instagram on October 18, 2024. The post featured a series of glamorous images from the shoot, where Sharapova effortlessly modeled couture from some of the world’s top fashion houses.
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"Tennis is one of those sports where you can be more creative with what you wear on court" - Maria Sharapova
During the interview with Numero, Maria Sharapova discussed her passion for fashion, particularly its growing presence in prestigious sports events, including Grand Slam tournaments.
"Tennis is one of those sports where you can be more creative with what you wear on court. I was able to take full advantage of that because I had a long relationship with NIKE. I trusted the brand, and I definitely had an opinion on what I wore. I wanted to feel like a version of myself that was confident and elegant, that was more about silhouette than layers or colors," Sharapova said.
The five-time Grand Slam champion reminisced about her favorite outfits from her tennis career, highlighting both her striking Nike designs and the sophisticated dresses she sported on the court.
"I believe I was the first player to have a specific custom dress for the night match at the US Open. And it happened to be the dress I wore when I won that year, 2006. There was actually a design from NIKE for that dress. It was designed by NATALIE CANDRIAN. When I saw the sketch, I knew immediately it was perfect because it had the vibes of Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany’s," Sharapova wrote.
On the personal front, the 37-year-old reflected on her life as a mother to her two-year-old son Theodore. The Russian candidly shared how motherhood has reshaped her priorities, bringing a sense of balance and purpose to her post-tennis life.
