Netflix has officially announced the release date for its upcoming and highly anticipated documentary centered on tennis icon Maria Sharapova — sparking widespread excitement from fans across the globe.
The streaming giant confirmed that the documentary, which promises an intimate look into the life and career of one of tennis’s most celebrated champions, will premiere on August 23, 2025. Titled “Unstoppable: The Maria Sharapova Story”, the film will chart her incredible journey from a young prodigy in Russia to a five-time Grand Slam winner and global superstar.
Sharapova, who retired from professional tennis in 2020, has remained a prominent figure in the sports and business world, and her life both on and off the court has continued to captivate audiences. The documentary is expected to feature never-before-seen footage, candid interviews, and exclusive insights into the personal and professional struggles she faced — including her triumphant comebacks and the controversial 15-month suspension in 2016.
“I’ve always believed in sharing my truth — the highs and the lows,” Sharapova said in a teaser released by Netflix. “This documentary is for every young girl with a dream, and for the fans who’ve supported me through every step.”
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Liz Garbus, Unstoppable is being positioned as not just a sports documentary, but a compelling human story of resilience, fame, pressure, and legacy. The production team spent over two years putting the film together, capturing Sharapova’s reflections post-retirement and her evolution from an athlete into an entrepreneur and global personality.
Sharapova’s legion of fans have already taken to social media to express their excitement, with many describing the announcement as “the content we’ve been waiting for.” Tennis lovers and sports enthusiasts are especially eager to relive some of her most iconic moments, including her stunning Wimbledon victory at just 17 years old in 2004.
“This is going to be emotional. Maria is an inspiration and I can’t wait to watch her story told in her own voice,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Netflix has had notable success with sports documentaries in recent years, including Break Point and The Last Dance, and many expect the Sharapova feature to follow in those footsteps — possibly even exceeding them in terms of personal depth and audience impact.
As the countdown begins, the global tennis community is bracing itself for what promises to be a powerful and moving tribute to one of the sport’s fiercest competitors.
Mark your calendars: August 23, 2025 – Maria Sharapova is coming to Netflix.
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