Maria Sharapova was born April 19th, 1987 and plays with her right hand. At the age of 8, she was spotted by Martina Navratilova during a match in Moscow and brought to Florida at the Bollittieri academy. Shortly after, she switched coaches and now trains with Robert Lansdorp who among others helped Tracy Austin in the past.

As she approaches her arrival to a stardom status, comparisons with Anna Kournikova are obvious. "I love fashion". She is also is a big fan of dancing and singing. Needless to say, this current Wimbledon champion is winning hearts everywhere.