17 Years After Winning Her Only US Open, Maria Sharapova Set to Assume Captain’s Role as Tennis Makes a ‘Floating’ Move in New York

Ever since the inception of the game, the tennis community has witnessed all types of courts; outdoor, indoor, new pop-ups, and others. But, have you ever heard of a floating tennis court? Yes, the fans can’t keep quiet as they will now have the opportunity to see a waterside court that is all set to sail in New York.

Ahead of the forthcoming US Open, the first official floating tennis court has been announced, which will provide a truly innovative experience to the spectators. And it is none other than the former US Open champion, Maria Sharapova who has taken the honorary captain’s band as she will also embark on this extraordinary tennis cruise. Here’s what you need to know about the thrilling voyage captained by the Russian tennis beauty.

Maria Sharapova is all set to cruise along on a waterside court

The official water sponsor of the US Open, Evian, recently announced their floating tennis court that will go up on the Hudson River in September. The unique and premium tennis viewing experience has been labeled as the ‘SS evian’ and it is their brand ambassador, Maria Sharapova who has taken up the captain’s role.

The waterside court will sail on the historic Circle Line, celebrating the prestigious sporting event in New York. In honor of the championship match, the fans and guests on board can experience the truly innovative viewing experience of the Grand Slam event. They will get the opportunity to sit courtside on the first pink floating tennis court in the beautiful city.

Speaking about the extraordinary tennis experience, the 5 single Grand Slam champion said that she is quite excited to captain this extraordinary voyage. Meanwhile, the former US Open also emphasized the importance of staying hydrated in order to perform at optimum levels. She added, “I can’t wait to have fun with the fans and give everyone aboard the SS evian”. 

But, that’s not all, as the sponsors have also announced that the fans could get an opportunity to volley with the tennis star.

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Sharapova will once again pick up the racket for her fans

Adding to the excitement, the sponsors are giving a chance to their guests to win an exclusive opportunity to volley with the former tennis ace. In addition to this, two tickets for the US Open will also be given to the winner, who will be selected randomly through a draw.

Thus, fans can now witness the championship match of the Grand Slam event while being on a one-of-a-kind tennis cruise. They might also get to swing the tennis racket alongside Sharapova on the floating court.

What do you think of the first official floating tennis cruise? Let us know in the comments section.

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