Maria Sharapova, born on April 19, 1987, in Nyagan, Russia, became a global tennis icon after her breakthrough victory at Wimbledon in 2004, where she triumphed over Serena Williams at age 17. Between 2004 and 2014, she captured all four Grand Slam titles, including the Australian Open in 2008, French Open in 2012 and 2014, Wimbledon in 2004, and the US Open in 2006. Beyond her athletic success, Sharapova built a powerful international brand through endorsements with Nike and Porsche, and in 201

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