By Chris Oddo | Wednesday February 26, 2020

Five-time major champion Maria Sharapova has called it quits on her legendary career, and Twitter is going bonkers.

Here’s a sampling of the Twitter reaction to the news of Sharapova’s retirement:




1.We’ll start with a tweet from the legend herself.

 

Tennis showed me the world—and it showed me what I was made of. It’s how I tested myself and how I measured my growth. And so in whatever I might choose for my next chapter, my next mountain, I’ll still be pushing. I’ll still be climbing. I’ll still be growing. pic.twitter.com/kkOiJmXuln

— Maria Sharapova (@MariaSharapova) February 26, 2020

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2. Amanda Anisimova has high praise for a player she grew up idolizing.

We are all going to miss you 😕 @MariaSharapova. You have inspired so many people, and have shown what true dedication and hard work is. It’s amazing what you have accomplished. Wishing you nothing but the best in your next chapter 💗

— Amanda Anisimova (@AnisimovaAmanda) February 27, 2020

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3. Billie Jean King chimes in.

From the day @MariaSharapova won her first #Wimbledon title at age 17, she has been a great champion.

A 5x major champion and a former World No. 1, her business success is just as impressive as her tennis achievements.

Maria, the best is yet to come for you! #MissYouMaria

— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) February 26, 2020

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4.Petra Kvitova gives praise.

It was a pleasure to share the court with you @MariaSharapova

We always had great battles when we played and I have so much respect for your hard work and the way you always fight for everything.

You have achieved a lot in your life so far and I know this is just the start 🤗 pic.twitter.com/PLi1Od4Eru

— Petra Kvitova (@Petra_Kvitova) February 26, 2020

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5. Comments from Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Asked Stefanos Tsitsipas about Maria Sharapova:

"I come from a Russian background. For me, I kind of understand the way she approached tennis, the attitude, all of that... I think many people are jealous of the career that she had." #DDFTennis https://t.co/SiEirIhV1Q pic.twitter.com/Z55aVpm1aX

— Reem Abulleil (@ReemAbulleil) February 26, 2020

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6. Novak Djokovic leads a round of applause for Maria in Dubai.

Game recognise game 🤝

Classy words from @DjokerNole about @MariaSharapova... #DDFTennis pic.twitter.com/NyEJlclumb

— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) February 26, 2020

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7. Fellow Russian Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova with some sweet words.

Masha, you are a class act both on and off court, true example and inspiration to many. Your nerves of steel, fighter mindset mixed with elegance and sense of humour are incredible. I wish you all the best in your new chapter! @MariaSharapova pic.twitter.com/7qLKDKq6Mt

— Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (@NastiaPav) February 27, 2020

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8.Maria’s retirement was announced on Vogue, with some beautiful words.

After 28 years and five Grand Slams, @MariaSharapova is stepping away from tennis. Sharapova sat down exclusively with Vogue and @VanityFair to discuss her decision. https://t.co/KLUlFnMDAm

— Vogue Magazine (@voguemagazine) February 26, 2020

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9. Buzzword: FIGHTER!

Farewell to one of the greatest competitors in the history of the sport. @MariaSharapova pic.twitter.com/6wRpBaB7gx

— Nike (@Nike) February 26, 2020

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10. From one warrior to the next—Magnus Norman to Maria.

Amazing competitor. One of the superstars of our sport. Good luck on the next chapter👍🏼 https://t.co/FDCIzaouqQ

— Magnus Norman (@normansweden) February 26, 2020

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11. Potential, maximized…

 

One of the best competitors we have ever seen and someone that maximized her potential ; a goal very few of us attain ; thank you @MariaSharapova and enjoy your next chapter 🙏 https://t.co/kM7wACAK58

— Paul Annacone (@paul_annacone) February 26, 2020

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12. Christopher Clarey of the New York Times profiles Sharapova…

We report that Maria Sharapova is retiring from pro tennis at age 32. Not weary of the game but tired of fighting her body. Once No. 1, she won 5 Slam singles titles & earned tens of millions on & off the court. By force of will & personality she was one of the game’s true stars pic.twitter.com/7C4KCwEsOX

— Christopher Clarey (@christophclarey) February 26, 2020

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13. The third-youngest female winner in Wimbledon history…

Maria Sharapova has announced her retirement.

Sharapova won Wimbledon in 2004 at 17 years, 76 days old (3rd-youngest female winner in tournament history).

Her $38.8M in career prize money is 3rd-most in WTA history behind Serena Williams and Venus Williams. pic.twitter.com/tG64xK6gIG

— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) February 26, 2020

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14. Rafa and Maria – always good for a smile.

'Tennis - I'm saying goodbye' 😢

5️⃣-time Grand Slam champion 🏆 @MariaSharapova announces her retirement at age 32. Enjoy your new life Maria! pic.twitter.com/soppDvycDB

— Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar (@rnadalacademy) February 26, 2020

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15. Nike with the verbiage…

Farewell to one of the greatest competitors in the history of the sport. @MariaSharapova pic.twitter.com/6wRpBaB7gx

— Nike (@Nike) February 26, 2020

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It’s been an honor to have worked with such an amazing athlete and person. I’ll miss her on court and outside. I’m sorry we couldn’t work together for longer.But I know our paths will cross again and I can’t wait for it. In the meantime, good luck with everything @MariaSharapova pic.twitter.com/Fpvx6EvJXm

— Riccardo Piatti (@RPiatti) February 26, 2020

We will #MissYouMaria ❤️

Best wishes to our former champion @MariaSharapova in her retirement. pic.twitter.com/BCLcfzQ2CL

— Western & Southern Open (@CincyTennis) February 26, 2020

“You will fail hundreds of times, and the world will watch you. Accept it. Trust yourself. I promise that you will prevail.”

Poignant words from a retiring Maria Sharapova. READ THIS. It’s fantastically written.

You’ll be missed, Maria. https://t.co/iMtNTeE0BS

— Nick McCarvel (@NickMcCarvel) February 26, 2020

Maria Sharapova is leaving tennis. In an exclusive essay for Vanity Fair and Vogue, the tennis legend reflects on her career, looks to her future, and asks: How do you leave behind the only life you’ve ever known? https://t.co/q2UO5INjFI

— VANITY FAIR (@VanityFair) February 26, 2020

I was fortunate enough to follow the late part of Maria’s career from close up and it was always inspiring to watch her incredible work ethic and professionalism.

No matter what the situation was, Maria was always a total pro, in the best sense of the word. pic.twitter.com/ZRiIhFNu4u

— Jimmie48 Photography (@JJlovesTennis) February 26, 2020

🔹 5-time Grand Slam singles champion, including the 2006 US Open 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
🔹 Former World No. 1⃣
🔹 Olympic Silver Medalist 🥈

What a career for @MariaSharapova. pic.twitter.com/UgHeij7A0y

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) February 26, 2020

The day a star was born...#Wimbledon | @MariaSharapova pic.twitter.com/RT3kqk203g

— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) February 26, 2020

✔️Career Grand Slam
✔️ 2004 @WTA Tour 🏆
✔️ 21 weeks at No. 1️⃣
✔️Olympic Medalist 🥈
✔️@FedCup Champion 🇷🇺

Congratulations to @MariaSharapova on a remarkable career! pic.twitter.com/mISZmlk5lV

— Tennis Hall of Fame (@TennisHalloFame) February 26, 2020

Congratulations on an outstanding career, @MariaSharapova!

We will #MissYouMaria ❤️ pic.twitter.com/AiYAnL2LLw

— WTA (@WTA) February 26, 2020

Her appearance: glamour and grace
Her game: GRIT, true grit

We applaud @MariaSharapova’s Hall of Fame worthy career.#Unstrung | @Jon_Wertheim pic.twitter.com/iEPq5C6nW2

— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) February 26, 2020

All the best in retirement, @MariaSharapova!

🏆 @Wimbledon (2004)
🏆 @usopen (2006)
🏆 @AustralianOpen (2008)
🏆 @rolandgarros (2012, 2014)
🥈 London 2012 pic.twitter.com/CSifn4Z5z9

— ITF (@ITF_Tennis) February 26, 2020

@MariaSharapova congratulations Maria for a wonderful career- which includes a career Grand Slam- and bringing a lot of new fans to the sport we love- tennis. Enjoy your life after tennis- I wouldn’t dare call it retirement! #vacationtime :)#lifeisgood#acttwo

— Martina Navratilova (@Martina) February 26, 2020

Congrats on a stellar career @MariaSharapova . Thank you for all that you have done for our sport, but most of all, thank you for being there for me in the darkest of moments in Puerto Rico. You showed your simplicity, sincerity, wonderful personality and humility through it all. pic.twitter.com/66mZzp8GEM

— Monica Puig (@MonicaAce93) February 26, 2020

"I'll miss the moments sitting with my father on the practice court bench," says Maria Sharapova. "The handshakes -- win or lose -- and the athletes, whether they knew it or not, who pushed me to be my best."

👉 https://t.co/JYnYl5bBI1 pic.twitter.com/vHoGZGCpbC

— CNN Sport (@cnnsport) February 26, 2020

Novak Djokovic on @MariaSharapova:

"Her impact on the sport, not just women's tennis, but men's tennis, tennis in general, was great. It still is great. It's going to keep on being present because her brand I think exceeds her tennis achievements."#DDFTennis pic.twitter.com/TlKpBo536D

— Reem Abulleil (@ReemAbulleil) February 26, 2020

Such a champion! It was a privilege to grow up alongside @MariaSharapova in Bradenton. 5 Grand Slams, 36 tournament titles, and 645 match wins....really incredible! https://t.co/WNiVI5Agjs

— Kei Nishikori (@keinishikori) February 27, 2020

🏆🏆 Our 2-time #RolandGarros champion "is saying goodbye".

All the best for your future @MariaSharapova 🙏 pic.twitter.com/9UXR4mTLIv

— Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) February 26, 2020

Amazing career. Amazing leader. Amazing human. Thank you for all you’ve done for tennis @MariaSharapova. I can’t wait to watch your journey continue off court. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/uhxE963zZM

— Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) February 27, 2020

"I haven’t known you for so long but long enough to know you are not only a great champion, that I have learnt a lot from, but most of all a great human being. Thank you for all the memories and good luck in your next endeavours."

- @janniksin on @MariaSharapova (IG) pic.twitter.com/A2gJxGeuIU

— ATP Tour (@atptour) February 26, 2020

Congratulations on such an amazing career @MariaSharapova - so grateful to have shared the court with you. Tennis will miss you!

— Sloane Stephens (@SloaneStephens) February 27, 2020

Maria, you inspired millions of people with your passion for the game and we thank you for that. You have set an example for everybody in many ways. Humble, determined and a true Champion. You’ve had such an amazing career 👏🏻

Thank you Masha! We will miss you @MariaSharapova 💔 pic.twitter.com/lhVLrcRD5e

— Karen Khachanov (@karenkhachanov) February 27, 2020

Wishing you all the best for the next amazing chapters of your life! 🌟@MariaSharapova https://t.co/T3oUGTYWj6

— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) February 26, 2020

One of the best fighters I’ve ever seen. Congrats on your HOF career. I was a huge fan @MariaSharapova

— Mardy Fish (@MardyFish) February 26, 2020

Congratulations @MariaSharapova What a great career. You should be incredibly proud of what you have achieved. Now onto something new. From all your friends here in Australia, THANK YOU, and good luck with your next steps. pic.twitter.com/Fc3uwWLufJ

— Craig Tiley (@CraigTiley) February 26, 2020

Congrats @MariaSharapova on an incredible career 🤗 I Was very happy that I got to share the court with you twice in the last few months. Your attitude and fighting spirit throughout your whole career was unmatched and will def be missed 👏🏽

— Ajla Tomljanovic (@Ajlatom) February 29, 2020