I learned there’s a big difference between juniors and the pros.
Meaning of the quote
When Maria Sharapova became a professional athlete, she realized that competing at the highest level was very different from competing as a junior player. The challenges and expectations are much greater for professional athletes compared to young athletes just starting out. This quote shows how Sharapova had to adjust her mindset and skills to succeed against the best players in the world.
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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