Memories of Initial Spending After Winning 2004 Wimbledon Recounted by Sharapova
Treat Yourself!Tennis superstar Maria Sharapova spilled the beans on her first splurge after clinching her maiden Wimbledon title in 2004. Forbes had estimated her overall earnings for that grand year at a whopping €18.2 million. So, what did she splurge on? Well, she opted for some fine sleep gear! Specifically, Maria went all out and bought a luxurious mattress from Hastens, a top-notch Swedish brand.
"Sleep is the secret ingredient to productive work, regardless of your career path or industry," Maria shared with Yahoo Sports. Apparently, she still swears by her Hastens mattress, making it a staple in her life.
Even post-retirement, Maria has tied up with Hastens for ad campaigns. At a recent event, she even delivered a lecture on the benefits of quality sleep for elite performance.
Maria Sharapova is Russian tennis royalty, having amassed a staggering 36 singles titles and peaked at the number one spot in WTA rankings. In the 2012 Olympics, she bagged a silver medal.
Some More Tidbits:
- Petrova's Skepticism: Former tennis player Petrova isn't so sure if rising star Andreeva can outdo Maria's accomplishments in the tennis world.
- Romance in the Tennis World: Top-ranked Sinner and Russian Liuto have started seeing each other.
- Sympathy from Serena: Serial winner Serena Williams has shown solidarity with Maria amid Sinner's doping scandal.
Insider Info:
- Mattress Magic: Sharapova's Hästens mattress wasn't just a one-time purchase; it remains an integral part of her life even today[1][2].
- Investment Portfolio: Apart from a keen interest in sleep, Maria has also diversified her investments. She's invested significant sums in fitness-focused brands like Bala Bangles, Supergoop!, Therabody, and Cofertility[3][4]. She's also an advisor on The Skills Platform, an educational platform featuring courses from top athletes[5]. Furthermore, she partners with Moncler, an Italian luxury fashion house, and Squared Circles, focusing on sustainability projects[4].
- Recalling her first major splurge, tennis champion Maria Sharapova, who amassed numerous titles and peaked at number one in WTA rankings, splurged on a luxurious mattress from Hastens after winning the 2004 Wimbledon title, believing in the benefits of quality sleep for elite performance.
- Despite retiring from professional tennis, Sharapova still endorses Hastens for their sleep gear, illustrating the mattress's lasting benefits in her life, as seen in her continued partnership with the brand for ad campaigns and public lectures.
- Bookmakers might wonder if rising tennis star Andreeva has the chances to outdo Maria Sharapova's accomplishments, but former player Petrova remains somewhat skeptical in this regard.
- In the world of sports and tennis, elite performance seems to transcend competition, as top-ranked Sinner and Russian Liuto have found romance within their ranks, while serial winner Serena Williams has expressed sympathy for Maria Sharapova during Sinner's doping scandal.
