Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova at the launch of her new candy brand called ‘Sugarpova’ in London in June. Photo: AFP
Maria Sharapova is hoping to change her surname to Sugarpova for the US Open, a move designed to plug her line of sweets.
The 26-year-old Russian has asked about a name change through the supreme court of Florida with a view to reverting back to Sharapova after the tournament, according to the Times.
There is a suggestion that the Sugarpova candy logo, a pair of red lips, will appear on her clothing during the final grand slam of the year.
Sharapova may need the permission of the grand slam committee to go through with the name change which, if granted, could see her introduced and addressed as Miss Sugarpova during matches.
The former world No1 is likely to be the No3 seed for the event.
The issue is in danger of proving a distraction for the player, who last week split with her coach, Jimmy Connors, after only one match, a defeat to Sloane Stephens in Cincinnati.
Sugarpova, according to its website, “is a premium candy line that reflects the fun, fashionable, sweet side of international tennis sensation Maria Sharapova”.
Its 12 different flavours include Flirty, Smitten Sour, Splashy and Sassy. A portion of all proceeds go towards the Maria Sharapova Foundation. – The Guardian
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