Russian Olympic Team to Sharapova’s Flag-Bearing Offer: Thanks But No Thanks

What Maria wants, Maria doesn’t always get. (We aren’t even talking about a Wimbledon 2008 trophy, which her second-round loss renders null).
Russia put the kibosh on tennis player Maria Sharapova’s request to carry the flag during the opening ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics.
Gasp! Could it be that they think the Siberian-born 6′3″ blonde is too Americanized and has inked one too many Madison Ave deals?
Nah. The reason is because they don’t want to tire the poor dear out. All that flag-bearing might leave her tuckered out for her matches. (Thanks to devoted reader Pat for the heads-up!)

Maria Sharapova striking a pose that’s …read more