Is Maria Sharapova Hiding a Secret Bump? Fans Can’t Stop Zooming in on Her Latest Paparazzi Pics

Hold on to your tennis rackets, folks—Maria Sharapova may have just served up the most subtle hint of all time, and the internet is losing it. The five-time Grand Slam champion was recently photographed on a casual stroll through West Hollywood, and while she looked effortlessly chic in a figure-hugging dress and oversized sunglasses, it was her midsection that had fans squinting, zooming, and—let’s be honest—gossiping like never before.

To be fair, it could’ve been just a breezy moment caught at a weird angle. But tell that to the army of online sleuths who are convinced Sharapova is pregnant. Within hours, the photos spread across social media like wildfire. People started pointing out what they believe to be a “rounded curve” under her dress. Others noticed that she’s been dressing a little more modestly than usual and skipping her usual gym-content posts. Coincidence? They don’t think so.

What really sent the internet into a frenzy were her recent Instagram captions. In one beachside photo, she wrote, “Soaking in the calm before the next big chapter.” That was all it took for fans to start doing mental gymnastics. “Next big chapter? That has to be code for baby news,” one follower commented.

Let’s not forget—Sharapova has always been extremely private about her personal life. Even when she got engaged to British businessman Alexander Gilkes, she waited weeks before confirming it on her terms. So if she is expecting, it would make total sense that she’d let the bump speak before she does.

But let’s not jump the net just yet. Pregnancy rumors are common in celebrity land, especially when a woman dares to wear something slightly form-fitting after lunch. Some fans have pushed back on the speculation, calling it invasive and body-shaming. “Can a woman not exist without everyone assuming she’s pregnant?” one user asked.

Still, the buzz hasn’t died down. More photos have surfaced from the same outing, and every pixel is being examined like it holds the answer to a secret royal prophecy.

Is she hiding a bump or just glowing from vacation vibes? We don’t know for sure—but Maria Sharapova has always known how to command attention, even off the court. If there is big news coming, she’ll reveal it when she’s ready… and the world will absolutely stop to listen.

Until then, we’ll be watching—and refreshing her feed.