Sharapova was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame alongside former doubles players and 16-time Grand Slam champions Bob and Mike Bryan. Serena Williams made a surprise appearance and introduced Sharapova at the event, speaking about the two former athletes’ rivalry and Sharapova’s career at the induction ceremony.

The red carpet rolled out at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Smoke blew from the cannons. Then Maria Sharapova emerged in a mid-length black dress, its collar reflecting light back into the tennis stratosphere,

Maria Sharapova, recently inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, received her US Open ring at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Serena Williams, her former rival, introduced her at the Hall of Fame ceremony.