Tennis: Sharapova fans show true colours

Michael Rendle, brother of group organiser Craig Rendle, and Kim Standfield. Photo / Herald on Sunday.

Maria Sharapova has yet to play a match in Auckland but already has a committed fan club.

North Shore resident Craig Rendle and his group has dedicated months to planning their support for the Russian glamour girl.

They have a corporate box for the entire week and all attendees will be kitted head to toe in LA Lakers uniforms, a tribute to Sharapova's basketball-playing fiance Sacha Vujacic.

"Blonde wigs are so yesterday, and we wanted something different," explained Rendell. "We have chants and songs prepared, and we hope Maria likes the support."

Last laugh Sharapova - Vujacic was traded to the New Jersey Nets two weeks ago.