Tennis star Maria Sharapova, on being asked about the biggest false rumour she has heard about herself, said that the questions asked about her pregnancy has to be the most weird. 'I'd say probably when they say you are pregnant. I am like, that's very random!'' the 31-year-old tennis star is reported to have said, when asked about the one biggest piece of false news she has heard about herself. Sharapova has been linked to NBA star Sascha Vujacic, Grigor Dimitrov and is now rumoured to be dating Alexander Gilkes. Maria Sharapova and New 'Hitting Partner' Rafael Nadal Practice in Rome But Leave Roger Federer Fans Fuming in Anger? Watch Video.

When asked about the craziest thing a fan has ever done to her, the current number 24 in women's ranking, Sharapova replied saying that "I have pretty-well behaved fans." But she further added that she has had fans who have got tattoos of her name, and her signature on their skin. She called such fans "spontaneous and dedicated" and refused to believe they are "crazy" but said that the fans to tone it down a bit. Serena Williams Takes a Dig at Maria Sharapova Over Autobiography.

When asked about her biggest inspiration in tennis, the Russian tennis player who has been living in USA since 1994, named Monica Seles. She said that she loved Monica Seles' attitude and passion for the game. She also cited Monica Seles as an inspiration for her strength on the court. Sharapova also revealed on the show that she bought a house for her parents with her first tennis earnings.

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