 Maria Sharapova: Compromises with WTA over photo shoot
Maria Sharapova has been compelled to compromise with WTA Tour and to complete a promotional photo shoot before the Italian Open, which began on Monday.
The second-seeded Russian tennis player, Maria Sharapova has opposed to shoot because she did not want to be disturbed before the tournament.
She told that the WTA has threatened to fine her more than $300,000 if she refused.
Maria Sharapova said that Sunday's photo shoot which is believe to create publicity for the tour championships has been reduced to 90 minutes from several hours. She said, "I was riding around in a car for an hour talking — pretending like I'm talking on the phone. The timing compromise was still pretty difficult since it's before a very big event for all of us. Considering the time reduction, it definitely makes that a lot easier than going into a four or five hour shoot with hair and makeup, which adds another hour".
Maria Sharapova protested it on her Web site two weeks ago, and asked for fans' opinions. She said, "I've obviously made my point. I wanted to let my fans know that I didn't feel like people were listening to me. I think it's in the best interest of the tour".
Sharapova plans to play at the Olympics for the first time, which will begin in August.
Maria Sharapova also wants to play for Russia in the Fed Cup final against Spain in September. She said, "If I'm healthy, I'm definitely going to be playing". |
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