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It's induction week at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and the TennisWorthy Podcast is celebrating the Class of 2025, Maria Sharapova and Bob & Mike Bryan. This week, we highlight their careers and accomplishments before they receive tennis' ultimate honor on August 23.
In this episode, Patrick McEnroe and Chris Bowers chart Maria's career, from her childhood in Russia to becoming a tennis legend. Sharapova and discusses her beginnings, including how her parents shaped her as both a player and a person, and how she developed her fierce competitive spirit from a young age.
She reflects on the mental and physical aspects of her journey to winning all five major titles, including how she overcame the challenge of playing on clay courts. The podcast also touches on her life after retirement, highlighting her focus on family and the challenges of balancing her new responsibilities with her career.
Follow along with all that's in store during the weekend's Induction Celebration at tennisfame.com/induction. Full episode transcripts are available at tennisfame.com/podcast.
Follow along with the 2025 Induction Celebration, August 21 -23, at tennisfame.com/induction. Full episode transcripts are available at tennisfame.com/podcast.
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