Well, fans always root for the underdog.
Meaning of the quote
Fans often cheer for the person or team that is expected to lose, not the one that is favored to win. They like to see the "underdog" surprise everyone and come out on top.
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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