"I haven't experienced this since the US Open": Sharapova greeted by 15,000 people in Lisbon

Le 11/11/2025 à 12h23 par Arthur Millot

A 15,000-person ovation: Maria Sharapova made a triumphant entrance at the "Web Summit 2025" in Lisbon.

On Monday, November 10, 2025, in Lisbon, the stage of the "Web Summit," which brings together entrepreneurs and investors around topics related to technology and innovation, had the honor of hosting the former champion.

Amid thunderous applause, Maria Sharapova appeared before a packed hall of over 15,000 spectators. As the guest of honor at the opening ceremony, the Russian player confessed she had "never felt such nervousness since her last appearance at the US Open."

For the record, since her retirement in 2020, Maria Sharapova has successfully reinvented herself. As a savvy investor in wellness and technology, she now collaborates with several startups in the health and performance sectors. Her presence in Lisbon symbolized the bridge between sports and innovation.

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