Maria Sharapova presents trophy at 2026 US Open after retirement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Maria Sharapova, former WTA World No. 1, presented the champion’s trophy to Elena Rybakina at the 2026 US Open. Since retiring in 2020, Sharapova has remained connected to tennis while pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. She launched Sugarpova in 2012 but has since diversified her business portfolio and collaborated with Williams Sonoma. Sharapova's recent recognition includes her induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2025, where former rival Serena Williams introduced her.
- •Sharapova was spotted at the 2026 US Open presenting the trophy.
- •She retired from professional tennis in 2020 after a successful career.
- •Sugarpova, her candy company, saw activity until 2021 before becoming inactive.
- •Sharapova is involved in various business ventures with Alexander Gilkes.
- •She was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2025.
- 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Where is former WTA World No. 1 Maria Sharapova?
"Since retiring from professional tennis in 2020, Maria Sharapova has stayed close to the sport that made her a household name.
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