Why compare Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova?

A Russian tennis player who was a major rival of Serena's in the early 2000s, known for her powerful playing style and strong serve.

Serena Williams

Key numbers

  • Grand Slam singles titles23
  • Olympic gold medals4
  • WTA Tour titles73
  • WTA Finals titles4
  • Year-end number one5

Top honours

  • Grand Slam singles titles23
  • Olympic gold medals4
  • WTA Tour titles73
  • WTA Finals titles4
  • Year-end number one5
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Maria Sharapova

Key numbers

  • Career win-loss record645-171
  • Career titles36
  • Grand Slam singles titles5
  • Olympic medals1 silver
  • WTA Tour Championships titles1

Top honours

  • Grand Slam singles titles5 (2004 Wimbledon, 2006 US Open, 2008 Australian Open, 2012 French Open, 2014 French Open)
  • Olympic silver medal2012
  • WTA Tour Championships2004
  • Fed Cup2008
  • WTA Player of the Year2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2012