Jankovic upsets Sharapova
June 18, 2007
Maria Sharapova was searching for energy and Jelena Jankovic felt a “bit flat” Sunday in the DFS Classic championship after both players won early morning semifinal matches, but it was Janknovic who found what she needed to capture her fourth title of the year 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 and the first grass-court tournament of her career.
“I felt a little bit flat some of the time to be honest,” said Jankovic, a French Open semifinalist who has won on three different surfaces this season. “But I always fight, no matter what the score and in the final set I became more like the player I am.”
Sharapova was two points away from a 4-2 lead in the second set. She also had a chance to break early in the third.
Sharapova Pulls Through Despite Injury
June 4, 2007
Maria Sharapova pulled through her shoulder injury pains to reach the quater-finals of the French Open, beating Patty Schnyder of Switzerland 3-6, 6-4, 9-7..
Schnyder served for the match three times, at 5-4, 6-5 and 7-6 in the third set. She was one point away from ending the match in the 10th game and again in the 14th - and she also was two points away from victory on 11 occasions.
When Sharapova pulled it out on her first match point, as Schnyder sailed a forehand wide to get broken again, the Russian covered her face with both hands and looked on the verge of tears. As both players met at the net, there was a mix of boos and applause.
Sharapova withdraw from Dubai Tennis Championships
February 18, 2007
Organizers of Dubai Tennis Championships confirmed on Thursday the withdrawal of two leading players Maria Sharapova and Serena Williams for health reasons, the tournament’s official website reported.
Sharapova, world number one and Dubai Women’s Open 2006 runner-up, has withdrawn from the tournament because of a hamstring injury that she suffered during the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo, the report said.
“I am very disappointed to have to withdraw from the Dubai Tennis Championships because the hamstring that I injured in Tokyo is not yet healed. I tried to do everything possible to be in condition to play in Dubai as it is one of my favorite tournaments, but unfortunately I’m not ready. I’m looking forward to continuing to recover as quickly as possible so that I can get back on the court competing,” Sharapova was quoted as saying.
Maria Sharapova’s Equipments
January 21, 2007
I’ve been receiving some mails from Sharapova fans who are themselves tennis players that would like to know what their fav tennis player endorses/uses on the court.
Here’s a lowdown of the Racquet, Shoes and Appearal used by Maria Sharapova, please do take note that her outit tends to change from time to time as she works out new designs with Nike Inc.
Racquet:
Prince O3 White
Maria Sharapova’s racquet, this one offers power, control, comfort and maneuverability. Well suited to an all court game. Features a 27″ frame length, 100sq. in. headsize and a 16/19 string pattern.
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Shoes:
Nike Air Zoom Mystify II Women’s Shoes Lemon
Nike updates the Air Zoom Mystify with a clean and fresh new look. Underneath the elegant style, this shoe screams performance. Low to the ground Air Zoom cushioning blends court feel with a responsive ride. The contour speed fit upper hugs the foot for a supportive ride during aggressive court movement. A modified herringbone outsole pattern with pivot point offers multi surface traction so you’ll find the ultimate grip for every tournament you play.
Fit: Length fit is a tad snug. The width fit is medium throughout. The arch support is slightly lower than medium. Good court feel with no break-in required.
Upper: A contour speed fit combined with a lightweight synthetic upper make for a snug, performance feel. Durability is added with regionalized placement in the toe tip and medial forefoot. Forefoot flexibility adds comfort and performance.
Midsole: Zoom Air Units in the heel and forefoot in the full-length Phylon midsole gives great low to the ground court feel while maintaining comfort and cushioning. Nike’s Momentum Control System keeps the shoe stable and their new innovative Heat Block technology helps the shoe stay cool.
Outsole: A traditional herringbone pattern used in a full-length XDR outsole provides great traction and versatility on a variety of surfaces. Durability is improved with Nike’s XDR technology.
Colors: White / Lemon Chiffon
Weight: 12.9 ounces (size 8.5)
Clothing
As said above, Sharapova’s clothing defers from each tournament, click here for more.
Sharapova Has It Easy in Hong Kong
November 30, 2006
Women’s tennis’ biggest draw card, Maria Sharapova, is expected to have an easy run in the opening round of a Hong Kong Invitational after being paired with Chinese doubles star Yan Zi, organisers announced on Tuesday.
If she wins, she will play the winner of a tough fight between Czech Nicole Vaidizova, ranked 10th, and world No 8 Russian Elena Dementieva in the four day event beginning January 3 next year.
In the other first-round matches, world No 5 Kim Clijsters of Belgium will face China’s Zheng Jie, and American Lindsay Davenport will take on fourth-ranked Russian Svetlana Kutzezova.
The friendly tournament is considered an important part of players build up to the Australian Open, which begins on January 15.
Mario Sharapova Meets The Real Madrid Team
November 3, 2006
Maria Sharapova is in Madrid and she had the opportunity to meet most of the Real Madrid football players.
Here’s some photos of Sharapova with David Beckham,Ruud Van Nistelrooy,Robinho and co.
