Despite the pain .. Sharapova begins his career in Australia Open strongly

Maria Sharapova

Russia's Maria Sharapova began her career at the Australian Open beating British Harriet Dart in two sets with no response on Monday.

Sharapova managed to sweep her opponent in two clean innings: 6-0 6-0 in 63 minutes. She has not lost a race despite the pain of her shoulder injury that has forced to withdraw from the Chinese league last week.

"I think the match was a good test for my feet and shoulders, especially the last one, which caused a lot of problems and pushed me to finish last season after participating in Open America." ", said Sharapova at the end of the match.

"I have not yet reached the level that suits me, there is still pain, but I have done everything I can to overcome this confrontation today."

In the second round, Sharapova beat Sweden's Rebecca Peterson, who defeated Romania's Sorana Cristia 6-0, 6-1.

In the second round, Slovenia's Angelique Kerrber defeated Slovenia's Bulona Hercog 6-2 6-2.

Caroline Garcia, France, Jessica Ponshet, United States, 6-2, 6-3.

Dutchman Kiki Pertzen also took her place in the second round by beating American Allison Risky 6-0, 6-3.

Tunisian Anas Jaber called the tournament earlier, falling in the first round against Hungarian Timia Babos in the unanswered groups 7-6, 7-6.

Source: agencies