Maria Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam champion, returned to Wimbledon on Wednesday, July 3, 2025. She was barely recognizable with shorter, brunette locks.
What happened?
Sharapova, 38, took a selfie with David Beckham at Wimbledon, which went viral on social media.
Why it matters for Maria Sharapova
The Russian tennis legend has been rocking darker hair for a couple of years now, but many tennis fans hadn't seen her at Wimbledon in a bit.
She won Wimbledon back in 2004 and achieved a career high ranking of No. 1 in the world back in 2005.
What comes next?
Wimbledon will continue with the men's and women's singles on Wednesday, July 3, 2025, and the tournament is airing live on ESPN.
Sharapova announced her retirement in 2020, but she's continued to stay close to the sport.
Fans are loving her new look, with one fan writing "My two favorite people: Maria Sharapova and David Beckham. Truly legends who inspire me every day!"
Another fan added "Two legends but different games."
Sharapova's photo with David Beckham has been making waves on social media, with many fans praising her stunning new look.
The legendary women's tennis star has been enjoying her time at Wimbledon, filming some fun content before the gates opened on Wednesday morning.
She wrote "Before the @Wimbledon gates opened this morning, we got to film some fun content"
Sharapova's fans are happy to see her back at Wimbledon, even if it's not as a competitor.
One fan wrote "Wimbledon has never been the same since you retired"
But Sharapova is still making waves in the tennis world, even in retirement.
She's an inspiration to many young tennis players, and her legacy continues to grow.
Sharapova's new look has been turning heads, with many fans taking to social media to praise her stunning appearance.
And she's still got a strong connection to the sport she loves, attending Wimbledon and taking part in fun activities.
So it's no surprise that her selfie with David Beckham went viral, with fans loving the combination of two sports legends.
But what's next for Sharapova?
Only time will tell, but for now, she's enjoying her time at Wimbledon and making the most of her retirement.
She's a true legend of the sport, and her fans will continue to follow her every move.
And with her new look turning heads, she's still got a strong presence in the tennis world.