Maria Sharapova has fondly looked back on her dazzling style statement at the 2005 Wimbledon Championships. Sharapova enjoyed an immensely successful career, winning five Major titles, achieving the coveting career Grand Slam and attaining the World No. 1 ranking. Among her myriad accomplishments, one that stands out is her remarkable triumph at the 2004 Wimbledon Championships.

The Russian burst onto the scene in spectacular fashion, setting up a blockbuster title clash against top seed and two-time defending champion Serena Williams at the grasscourt Major that year. The then 17-year-old pulled off a stunning upset over Williams, winning 6-1, 6-4 to clinch her maiden Grand Slam title.

Returning to SW19 as the defending champion the next year, Maria Sharapova stole the spotlight with her eye-catching Nike outfit. She honored Wimbledon’s all-white tradition with a white kit, featuring orange details for a little pop of vibrancy. However, it was her custom white Nike shoes, adorned with a gold trim and embellished with 24-carat gold droplets, that stole the show. The design also featured a personal touch, with her name monogrammed in gold stitching.

In honor of the five-time Grand Slam champion’s 37th birthday on April 19, Wimbledon’s social media handle paid tribute to her iconic footwear.

“A touch of gold In 2005, defending champion @mariasharapova wore custom-made gold-trimmed footwear encrusted with 24-carat gold droplets on Centre Court ,” Wimbledon captioned the Instagram post.

Maria Sharapova reshared Wimbledon’s post and reminisced about her golden shoes.