Former Russian tennis ace Maria Sharapova shared her mobile number with her 12 million-plus social media (8.6 million on Twitter and 3.9 million on Instagram) followers to help break their boredom during the ongoing Coronavirus-caused lockdown.

"Not only did I just get a 310 number, but I'm also sharing it with you—Text me! 310-564-7981. For real. Tell me how you're doing, ask me questions, or just say hello. Any great recipes welcome too," Sharapova, 32, who retired from the sport in February, wrote on Monday.