Sharapova a champion, says Djokovic
Novak Djokovic hailed Maria Sharapova as a "legend" after the Russian announced her retirement at the age of 32 on Wednesday. Five-time Grand Slam champion and former World No. 1 Sharapova called time on her career after losing a long-term battle with shoulder trouble having amassed a total of 36 WTA titles, spending 21 weeks on top of the rankings. "Her impact on the sport, not just women's tennis, but tennis in general, was great. It still is great," said Djokovic on Wednesday. "She's a very smart girl, someone that I know very well for a long time. She has the mind of a champion, someone that never gives up. For someone that has won five Grand Slams and has been No. 1 of the world, a legend of the sport. She should be proud of everything she has achieved." --Afp
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