The Lawn Tennis Association

Maria Sharapova Signs Two-Year Birmingham Deal

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Former world number one Maria Sharapova has signed a deal with the Lawn Tennis Association to play at Birmingham’s Aegon Classic for the next two years. The five-time Grand Slam winner, 30, has been given a wildcard for the event in June having fallen down the world rankings after a 15-month drugs ban. The LTA … Read more

Nastase Banned After Swearing At Tearful Johanna Konta

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Johanna Konta tears & Nastase sent off – dramatic scenes at Fed Cup Romania captain Ilie Nastase was banned from the Fed Cup tie against Britain after an incident that left Johanna Konta in tears and her match suspended. In Konta’s match against Sorana Cirstea, Nastase was sent off after swearing at the umpire and … Read more