The world No2 split with her previous coach Thomas Hogstedt on Friday, after three years of working together.
In a statement on her website, Sharapova said: "I am happy to announce that Jimmy Connors will be my new coach. I have known Jimmy for many years and we briefly worked together in 2008 just before the Australian Open. I am really excited about our new partnership and looking forward to the upcoming tournaments."
Third seed at Wimbledon this year, Sharapova, winner of four grand slam singles titles, suffered a surprise second-round 6-3 6-4 defeat to the world No131 Michelle Larcher de Brito.
The American Connors, who won eight grand slam singles titles, has previously coached Andy Roddick.
Title: Maria Sharapova announces that Jimmy Connors is her new coach
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