‘Baby Rafael Nadal Has a Doubles Partner’ – Chris Evert and Sebastian Korda Joined the Tennis World To Celebrate Maria Sharapova’s Big Reveal Featuring Toddler Son

Maria Sharapova, a former Russian tennis player, has successfully transitioned into motherhood after a remarkable tennis career. Earlier this year, the tennis legend gave birth to a baby boy with fiancé Alexander Gilkes and named their son Theodore Sharapova.

The Russian tennis ace is active on social media and loves to share details with her massive fanbase. The 35 year-old shared a photo of his newborn baby to the world, attracting the attention and admiration of all tennis players. It was not surprising that some famous personalities responded to the photo of the mother-and-son.

Maria Sharapova shared a photo of her son, causing tennis fans to go insane

Sharapova, a former tennis ace, gave birth on July 1st to her first child. Additionally, the world’s number one frequently shares photos of her child over her social media. This time, renowned personalities like Sebastian Korda and Chris Evert commented on the picture and the tennis world can not wait to see the newborn baby’s face. The picture shared by We Are Tennis’ Twitter handle has a little peek-a-boo moment of Sharapova’s son and fans are pouring their love for the newborn.

Below are some comments from excited fans. He wrote that he sees the future for tennis doubles. “Baby Rafael Nadal has a doubles partner!” When another fan wrote: “Future tennis player”.

Chris Evert, an 18-time Grand Slam champion wrote a tribute to the photograph. “Awwwww.” American star, Sebastian Korda, also commented, “So adorable”.

DIVE DEEPER

Gilkes and the tennis superstar were known to be dating since 2018. After the former world number 1 announced her retirement, Gilkes and the tennis star got engaged.

Sharapova’s last tournament

Five-time Grand Slam champion, she competed in her final match as a wildcard at 2020 Australian Open. In the first round, she was eliminated. Donna Vekic beat the Russian star in the first round. She then announced her retirement.

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She has won 36 WTA titles including five Grand Slam titles. In addition to that, she has 14 WTA 1000 titles. She retired and focused her efforts on her business ventures. Now, she is devoted to her newborn.