On July 16th, Beijing time, tennis goddess Sharapova announced on social media that her first child was born. The five-time Grand Slam champion has officially become a mother.
Sharapova posted a warm photo of a family of three on social media, and then wrote: "This is the most beautiful, challenging and meaningful gift for our little family." In addition, Sharapova also The child's name was revealed - Theodore, and his date of birth was July 1.
As one of the most successful players in women's tennis, Sharapova has won a total of 5 Grand Slam championships in her career, completing the Grand Slam feat. Sharapova's career-high ranking has reached the world's number one, and she has been ranked number one in the world for 21 weeks.
Sharapova announced her retirement in February 2020 and became engaged to British wealthy Alexander Gilkes at the end of the same year. During Sharapova's birthday in April this year, she shared the good news of her pregnancy on social media, and fans sent them their best wishes.
Alexander Gilkes, co-founder and president of an online auction company, is an Prince William and Prince Harry Eton alumnus. Gilkes had been married before. His ex-wife was Megan ’s best friend Misha Nuno. In 2016, the two ended their four-year marriage.
