NEW YORK — Maria Sharapova was bounced out of the fourth round of the US Open on Sunday — and all her haters will surely be pleased.
Playing in her first Grand Slam tournament following a 15-month doping ban, Sharapova lost to No. 16 Anastasija Sevastova, 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, in 2 hours, 17 minutes.
“It’s been a really great ride in the last week,” Sharapova said. “Obviously coming off a loss, you know, it’s a quick turnaround in order to reflect all the positives that happened in the last eight or nine days.
“But ultimately I can take a lot from this week. It’s great to get that major out of the way. It was an incredible opportunity. I’m very thankful for the opportunity. I did my best. I can be proud of that.”