by all80suk
@ 2008-05-04 - 01:30:29
Maria Sharapova has launched a stinging attack on the governing body of women's tennis over their publicity demands.
The world number three says the WTA is "forcing" her to do a publicity shoot in Rome, ahead of the Italian Open, after flying in from Los Angeles.
"The WTA is telling me if I don't do this shoot they will fine me over US$300,000," said the Russian.
The tournament begins on 12 May and features a host of leading players, including Justine Henin, Ana Ivanovic, Serena and Venus Williams.
"I want all my fans to know that the WTA Tour is forcing me and several of the other top players to do a four-hour commercial shoot for WTA Tour marketing materials," Sharapova told her website.
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