Sharapova starts with Williams win

Originally published on: 26/02/10 12:57

The Russian, who won the Australian Open two years ago but has struggled with injuries and a lack of form since, took less than an hour and a half to see off the world number six 6-3 6-4 at the Hua Hin Centennial Invitational.

In hot conditions, Sharapova led 5-1 at one point in the first set before eventually clinching it, and then edged the second against an erratic Williams.

Now get the WORLD’S BEST TENNIS MAGAZINE here

By Tim Farthing

About the Author / Tim Farthing

Tim Farthing, Tennishead Editorial Director & Owner, has been a huge tennis fan his whole life. He's a tennis journalist and entrepreneur as well as playing tennis to a national standard. He also helps manage his local club and volunteers for his local tennis organisation. He's a specialist in content about the administration of professional tennis and tennis coaching for all levels.