Mystery Behind Maria Sharapova's Alleged Romance With Andy Roddick

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Maria Yuryevna Sharapova is a Russian-American former World no. 1 tennis player. She is regarded as one of the greatest female athletes of all time.

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She also won 36 WTA singles titles including 5 grand slams and three doubles titles over the course of her illustrious tennis career.

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Mystery Behind Maria Sharapova's Alleged Romance With Andy Roddick

Maria Yuryevna Sharapova is a Russian-American former World no. 1 tennis player. She is regarded as one of the greatest female athletes of all time.

She also won 36 WTA singles titles including 5 grand slams and three doubles titles over the course of her illustrious tennis career.

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