Officially 30 years old on Wednesday, Maria Sharapova is taking life one day at a time, ready to make her comeback next week after a 15-month suspension. Yet it doesn't seem that her time away has dampened the love from her dedicated fan base.

She seemed to be embrace her 30s instantly.

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The five-time Grand Slam champion received tons of birthday wishes and gifts from loving admirers, fans and friends alike.

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Some admirers from Vietnam even made her a cake and card.

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Other Sharapova admirers sent her heartfelt letters of inspiration that brought a tear to the Grand Slam champion's eyes.

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Though her big day was overshadowed by surprising baby news from Serena Williams, Sharapova can rest assured she'll be stealing the headlines on Wednesday when she plays her first match in Stuttgart.