Sometimes I feel my arm is like a swan’s neck – so weak.
Meaning of the quote
Maria Sharapova is saying that sometimes her arm feels very delicate and frail, like the long, thin neck of a swan. She is describing how her arm can feel weak or fragile at times, even though she is a professional athlete.
About Maria Sharapova
Maria Sharapova is a former world No. 1 tennis player from Russia who competed on the WTA Tour from 2001 to 2020. She is one of only 10 women to achieve the career Grand Slam and has won 5 major titles, including 2 French Opens. Sharapova has also been a successful model and entrepreneur, and has worked as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador.
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