Maria Sharapova's runner-up speech (Final) - Australian Open 2015

Maria Sharapova speaks to Rod Laver Arena after her loss to Serena Williams in the Women's Final of the 2015 Australian Open.

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[NavNeram]

Maria has won the hearts of the crowds. I am sure she won many new fans with this inspiring speech. That's why you are a role model for many people including me.
"That's the life of a tennis player", sometimes you win sometimes you lose but be gracious in defeat and never give up on your dreams.
I am sure she will win more grand slams. Good luck.

[kinunes]

Maria is an inspiration... Has done a awesome Job.. I am a big fan of her... ALWAYS...

[tatechalikyan]

Despite being a Serena fan I think Maria is a wonderful tennis player, she has character and is one of the best fighters out there! Congrats to both! It was a very exciting match to watch!

[charmainemaylubay]

It's an honor to be her fan.. Sportsmanship at its finest. You win some, you lose some. That's reality. What matters most is the attitude that you have in life! ❤❤❤👏👏👏

[amytran]

love her speech. Great attitude Maria. Good luck in 2015!

[hugosantos]

This is what inspires me. On win or loss, always Maria

[maynedmaynards]

it's nice to see how bubbly and positive Maria sees the loss she got from Serena and that's a good thing. Keep the positivity going! I do hope they put the tension behind them as well since now they look like there's no tension between them anymore

[jamyf]

great speech, i love her attitude, a real fighter

[jbl]

I am a serena fan but Maria was gracious in defeat. She also is the only one who could even challenge serena. Congrats to her. I'm sure she will eventually beat her one day.

[athenstar]

I can feel the genuine mutual respect for each other in the game, I just hated their off court relationship, like, I feel they could be BFFs if they're not playing tennis.

[paurkonyourfork]

Great effort Maria and what a gracious speech. You fought hard and played some great tennis. Was cheering you on the whole time!

[comunidadaerea]

Thanks Maria and Serena for that match. It is impossible to beat Serena with that serve but take notes Maria... maybe maybe in the future :)

[rashaddddd]

I love Serena but I like Maria. She's what class is all about.

[Lara_]

Oh Maria...that's just sad. Hope you'll get it on the next.

[MrKhO]

It's a pleasure to listen Maria's speech. Congrats for doing your best against the 'beast'!

[valentinavillegas]

I just saw this comments and I was shocked when I saw all the messages of Serena's fans . I mean this is what tennis is . We have a different favorite player, sometimes she/he wins but another times they lose. My point is I really appreciate that persons who respect Maria even if they aren't Sharapova's fans or even more Serena's fan . I Learn something new today, I don't have to hate Serena only because I love Maria . I should respect her and accept that she is an amazing player l. That's what I will do since now
Love You Maria someday you'll beat SW

[anglam]

You never lost . I belive that my champoin . I love you marsha

[onix]

Маша ! Очень здорово и красиво играла - лучшая игра за последние годы!
Очень порадовала Спасибо !

[gegecanuto]

I love to watched them both playing in finals because both of them are strong and a fighter. Congratulations serena. Tough match.. love her so much

[samuelodyuo]

That was a good one, sometimes losing builds our character! 👍 👏