Man on plane reads Sharapova story, and she’s right behind him

MANILA, Philippines—Of course it’s annoying when you’re reading something and somebody’s peeking over your shoulder.

But maybe not, especially when that “somebody” is tennis superstar Maria Sharapova.

Russia’s Maria Sharapova poses with the trophy in front of the Eiffel Tower. AP

A man was reading a news story about Sharapova while on board a plane. Little did he know that the world No. 4 tennis player was sitting right behind him.

And she took a snapshot of the oblivious man and posted the photo on Twitter with the message: “Hey buddy. I’m right behind you…:)”

With 1.28 million followers, Sharapova’s tweet as of this posting was retweeted 31,810 times and favorited by 33,456 netizens.

Sharapova is ranked world No. 4 by the Women’s Tennis Association and is the top Russian player.

She has won 32 WTA singles titles including five grand slam titles.

@MariaSharapova Thanks awesome! Tweet us when he finally realizes it.

— Laurent Gilbert (@LarryGilbertJr) September 25, 2014

@MariaSharapova that’s the coolest caption I’ve ever seen

— NARENDHAR KUMAR (@NarendharKumar) September 25, 2014

Hahahahaha you’re amazing @MariaSharapova. Much love <3

— Mukund’ (@ScholesLegacy) September 25, 2014

@MariaSharapova has he discovered?

@MariaSharapova @SusanCalman She travels economy? Like the rest of us? I’m impressed

— Kate O’Donnell (@odo_kate) September 25, 2014