Maria Sharapova: Bikini for 'Shape' September 2013 (Exclusive)

Maria Sharapova shows off her svelte frame on the cover of Shape magazine’s September 2013 issue, provided exclusively to JustJared.com.

Here’s what the 26-year-old tennis star had to share:

On her Shape cover: “Shape magazine embodies the world of sport and style so being on the cover is exciting for me. The September Issue is my favorite as its filled with all the fashion and beauty to come for Fall. I carry it around with me with for weeks for inspiration and purchasing my must haves for the fall.”

On the upcoming US Open: “The US Open is one of my favorite tournaments of the year- there is nothing like the vibe and energy of New York City and the fans.”

For more from Maria, visit Shape.com. Bigger cover inside…