Maria Sharapova Takes On Spicy Wings

Maria Sharapova recently appeared on Hot Ones, a viral YouTube series, where she took on the infamous hot wing gauntlet.

What happened?

The former world No. 1 tennis player was hilariously reduced to tears while eating increasingly spicy wings.

She fielded questions about her career, including the origins of her famous on-court grunt, which was once measured at 101 dB.

Sharapova's appearance on the show marked its 10th anniversary in partnership with Stella Artois, one of her brand partners.

She discussed the emotional toll of finishing runner-up at a Grand Slam and standing through the trophy ceremony.

Sharapova reflected on the value of those difficult moments, saying they ultimately set her up for winning.

By the final wing, Sharapova was visibly struggling, with eyes watering and face flushed.

She has remained a visible presence in tennis, attending events like Wimbledon and the US Open.

Sharapova retired from tennis in 2020 with five Grand Slam titles and a career-high ranking of No. 1.

She is now focused on her businesses, brand partnerships, and life with partner Alexander Gilkes and their three-year-old son Theodore.

Sharapova sparked conversation recently by calling out the Wall Street Journal on social media, urging them to “do better” in their coverage.

The tennis star has been open about her experiences and continues to be involved in the sport she loves.