Tennis: Sharapova misses Brisbane
The 24-year-old Russian suffered the injury at home Septembers Pan calm launch, and she has unsuccessful to shake rancid the setback.Sharapova released a statement saying: I was really looking redirect to preparatory my 2012 season on the Brisbane International, which has a fantastic reputation since a pronounced and welcoming event.Venus could let pass Australian OpenUnfortunately my ankle is not 100% and I wont be there able to cause it this yearMaria SharapovaUnfortunately my ankle is not 100% and I wont be there able to cause it this time.However, Sharapova still believes she command happen fit in support of the Australian begin, which gets underway inwards Melbourne on January 16.I perform expect to ensue timely intended for the years paramount majestic slam and I am really looking redirect to competing on invite, added Sharapova, who won the Australian wide open now 2008.Despite Sharapovas absence, the Brisbane match which begins on just starting out Years daytime still has a compelling application keep a record with Serena Williams, Samantha Stosur and Kim Clijsters all complete starters.