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Former Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova is in a new phase of her life. The 35-year-old recently gave birth to baby boy Theodore and is embracing the new journey of motherhood. Apart from being a prolific tennis player, Sharapova also is a style icon. Her dressing sense and fashion statement have arguably always been on point.

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The pregnancy and childbirth kept her away from the public eye for a long time. However, she recently returned when she attended an event for the Italian luxury fashion brand Moncler. She also had a cheeky remark on her Instagram story.

Maria Sharapova pokes fun with her new pair of heels

Maria Sharapova is in Milan for an event for the Italian fashion brand Moncler. She was also accompanied by Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway. While getting ready for the event, she clicked a picture of herself getting her high heels on. Taking to her Instagram account, the 35-year-old shared the picture on her story with a cheeky comment.

“Coming for you @moncler. Thank you for giving me an extra 4 inches tonight,”?she wrote.

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Sharapova and Anthony Gilkes have been in a relationship together since 2018. The couple went public about their engagement in 2020. They recently had their first child together, Theodore, who was born on the 1st of July this year.

Sharapova lauds Serena Williams

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Sharapova and Serena Williams are undoubtedly superstars of their generation. Williams and Sharapova share a mutual bond of respect and when Williams declared her retirement, Sharapova was one of the first to laud the American tennis great.

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Praising the 40-year-old, Sharapova recalled their meeting at last year’s MET Gala. The former world number one said she insisted that Serena Williams return to the court after being sidelined due to injury.

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Williams made a comeback after one year and played in the Wimbledon Championships. The 40-year-old ended her career with a round 3 loss in the US Open.