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Legendary status sealed! Sharapova is officially a Hall of Famer as Serena delivers moving speech

Related Topics: Maria Sharapova, Serena Williams

Maria Sharapova retired over five years ago, yet her name still echoes daily in tennis conversations. Each time a Grand Slam rolls around, fans are quick to reminisce about the Russian’s unforgettable persona and glamorous dresses, which to this day remain unmatched by her successors. Now she has been enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, alongside doubles greats Mike and Bob Bryan, joining the list of legends who have shaped the sport’s history.

Maria Sharapova at the 2017 US Open
Maria Sharapova at the 2017 US Open

Sharapova’s career was nothing short of remarkable.