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Sharapova tackle Gyorges 21.01.2011

Former number one women's tennis, Maria Sharapova qualifies for 1/8-finalite the Australian Open. Russia's problems in meeting the match, but ultimately failed to cope with opposition from Germany's Julia Gyorges and won 4:6, 6:4, 6:4.

Particularly crucial was the third set. It Gyorges let break his serve and lost with 0:3. Managed to catch up the difference to 3:4, but seeded 14 in the main draw Sharapova did not succumb to pressure.

Thus, in the next round of Russian will play probably against Venus Williams. American meeting Andrea Petkovic of Germany and most likely will not allow surprise.