Paula Badosa Reveals Dream Matchup with Retired Tennis Legend
Spanish tennis star Paula Badosa has revealed the one retired player she would love to face on the court. The 27-year-old, who recently withdrew from the Miami Open before her Round of 16 match due to a back injury, shared her thoughts during a Q&A session on X (formerly Twitter).
When asked by a fan which retired player she would like to compete against, Badosa didn’t hesitate to name former world No. 1 Maria Sharapova.
Maria Sharapova’s Iconic Career
Sharapova, now 37, retired in 2020 after a decorated career that saw her claim five Grand Slam titles. Notably, she achieved the prestigious Career Grand Slam, winning a major on each surface.
- Wimbledon 2004 – Defeated Serena Williams (6-1, 6-4)
- US Open 2006 – Beat Justine Henin-Hardenne (6-4, 6-4)
- Australian Open 2008 – Overcame Ana Ivanovic (7-5, 6-3)
- French Open 2012 – Dominated Sara Errani (6-2, 6-2)
- French Open 2014 – Edged out Simona Halep (6-4, 6-7(5), 6-4)
Though Sharapova’s career ended earlier than many expected, her legacy continues to inspire players like Badosa.
