Irina Shayk – Sports Illustrated Swimsuit

Irina Shayk – full name Irina Shaykhlislamova – was born on January 6, 1986 in Yemanzhelinsk, Russia. This beautiful Russian model is famous for her appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue from 2007 through 2011. She is the cover model for the 2011 issue. But Irina is much more than that. After being the face of Intimissimi for three years, Shayk was made the official ambassador for the brand in 2010. She has appeared in major magazines including Elle, Ocean Drive and GQ. Complex magazine ranked her first in the “50 Hottest Russian Women” list. This wallpaper from the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2011 edition was shot in Maui, Hawaii. For those interested Irina is wearing a swimsuit by Indah. Enjoy!