TENNIS legend Maria Sharapova showed off her holiday in the Italian alps.

The 39-year-old Russian – – posed in a swimsuit behind a stunning backdrop in the social media snaps.

NINTCHDBPICT001091770636Maria Sharapova legend Maria Sharapova showed off her holiday in the Italian alps Credit: Instagram @mariasharapova NINTCHDBPICT001091770642She showed off the scenic views Credit: Instagram @mariasharapova NINTCHDBPICT001091770641She took in the views with her partner Alexander Gilkes Credit: Instagram @mariasharapova NINTCHDBPICT001091770649The two enjoyed mountain walks Credit: Instagram @mariasharapova

And she also revealed her scenic mountain walks with her partner Alexander Gilkes – a British art entrepreneur and businessman.

Fans filled up her comment section with even former on-court rival getting involved.

Williams posted: “Where’s my invite?”

One fan said: “Dolomiti is the best place in northern Italy.”

Another added: “Dolomites is a dream destination.”

One gushed: “Soooo beautiful.”

Sharapova – who was first a Grand Slam champ at 17, rising to fame at by beating Williams – retired in 2020.

She had 19 years on the pro tour and is part of the hall of fame for her five Grand Slams – including completing the career slam.

NINTCHDBPICT001075995644Sharapova retired from tennis in 2020 Credit: Instagram NINTCHDBPICT000818425688She is now enjoying the retired life Credit: instagram/@mariasharapova Maria SharapovaShe had 19 years on the pro tour Credit: PA:Press Association

After struggling to go the distance on clay she ended a four-year wait to finish off the set following her 2008 victory.

Sharapova then won her two French titles in three years before failing a drug test in 2016 and receiving a ban.

She remains a popular figure in the sport and has over 4.7million followers on alone.