WATCH: Maria Sharapova’s agent asks her to come out of retirement, the Russian responds
Maria Sharapova's agent persuaded the retired tennis star to contemplate a comeback to the court in a humorous and amusing chat.
Maria Sharapova (Image via Los Angeles Times)
Maria Sharapova’s agent persuaded the retired tennis star to contemplate a comeback to the court in a humorous and amusing chat caught on camera. The Russian reacted with surprise, laughter, and a humorous quip in the viral video.
The unexpected happened when Sharapova’s agent, mentioned a possible comeback when the former World No. 1 was answering fans’ questions. Sharapova responded to the humorous plea with an equally playful response.
Her initial reaction to the agent’s suggestion of returning to the professional tennis tour was a hilarious facial expression and a burst of laughter. Her obvious surprise at the quirky idea suggested that she had not anticipated such a statement.
However, it was the agent’s statement about missing Sharapova’s performance that really set the tone for the conversation. “I miss watching you play,” he added, clearly missing the joy of seeing her compete on the court.
Sharapova’s retort was quick-witted and in keeping with her well-known sense of humor. She smirked and said, “I bet you don’t.” Her answer elicited laughter from both herself and her agent. While the talk was clearly lighthearted, it’s evident that Maria Sharapova is happy with her decision to retire from competitive tennis.
Maria Sharapova shares glimpse of fitness regime ahead of 2023 US Open appearance
Maria Sharapova gave fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse at her pre-tournament conditioning routine. On Friday (August 25), the Russian player published candid images on her social media account, revealing her dedication to being fit and ready for the event.
Sharapova’s legacy is important despite her retirement from professional tennis in 2020 because of a persistent shoulder problem. Throughout her illustrious career, she left an indelible impression on the WTA Tour, winning five Grand Slam titles and a slew of other honors.
While Sharapova has pursued other off-court interests since her retirement, her dedication to staying healthy has clearly not wavered. In a recent Instagram story, she revealed details about her rigorous “strength work” program. Another snapshot uploaded on social media by her showed her post-workout appearance. Sharapova previewed her “pre-New York” style as she prepares for the 2023 US Open.
Sharapova’s candid views about her impending event attendance added a dash of humor to her narrative. In a later Instagram story, she joked about maybe breaking from her typical healthy diet to indulge in cheat days.
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