Sharapova: "Rivals, like Serena Williams, can be involuntary mentors"
In an interview given to Forbes Brazil, Maria Sharapova shared a reflection on her career and her personality. She revealed what professional tennis taught her.
"Don't let them believe you should only be one thing. I myself faced the pressure of being only 'the athlete', nothing more. Over time, I discovered that I could be everything: colorful, elegant, beautiful, businesswoman, competitive, mother, and sensitive.
Women's empowerment is not limited to one thing; it expands. I learned that success is not just about results: it's about process and self-knowledge.
It's about understanding that rivals, like Serena Williams, can be involuntary mentors. You have to distinguish between what the world thinks of me and who I really am. That changes decisions, performances, and mental well-being."
