Was Maria Sharapova’s US Open Appearance a Fashion Statement or a Cry for Help?

Maria Sharapova showed up to the US Open looking like a Vogue editor who moonlights as a Bond villain—power suit pressed, blazer cinched, smolder set to high. But while her fashion screamed high glamour, her facial expression suggested… something else entirely.

During a tense semifinal match, the camera caught Sharapova in the stands looking like she’d just seen a ghost—or worse, a double-fault. Her steely eyes and pursed lips instantly had fans wondering: is she OK? Or did someone tell her they were out of Sugarpova backstage?

Fashionistas praised her Burberry look, calling it “executive tennis Barbie” and “CEO of forehands.” But the vibes? Utterly chaotic. She sat there like someone who just remembered she left the stove on in her five-star hotel. Social media exploded, of course. Memes flew faster than Sabalenka’s first serve, with fans comparing her face to everything from Monday blues to watching your mom read your DMs.

Sharapova, true to form, had the last laugh. She shared the viral clip with the caption: “POV: You’re 2nd serve returning and your coach is about to shout at you.” Self-deprecating gold.

So was it fashion? Drama? Existential dread? Probably all of the above. But one thing’s certain: Sharapova once again stole the spotlight—this time without lifting a single racquet.

If looks could kill, this one just might have taken out an entire draw. And we’re still not over it.