Russian tennis icon Maria Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam champion, attended the Champions of Equality event at the US Open 2024, reminiscing about her illustrious career and highlighting her significant achievements. The event celebrated pioneers in equality, with Sharapova joining the likes of Shonda Rhimes, Billie Jean King, and Robin Roberts.
Maria Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, and the legendary doubles team of Mike and Bob Bryan are among the nominees for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s class of 2025. Also on the ballot is Canadian doubles maestro Daniel Nestor, a 12-time major doubles champion. The announcement was made on Tuesday.
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) is undergoing a significant transformation, with plans to expand its reach globally and welcome a wave of iconic inductees, including Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj, the Bryan brothers, Maria Sharapova, and Roger Federer. The ITHF is also revitalizing its museum and exploring new avenues to engage fans, including a virtual experience in the metaverse.
