Maria Sharapova celebrates victory. <i>AFP</i>

Sharapova hits ground running

Beaten Australian Open finalist Maria Sharapova made a winning start at the WTA Paris Open on Wednesday, beating South Africa's Chanelle Scheepers 6-3, 6-1 to reach the last 16.

Back injury keeps Petkovic out

Andrea Petkovic of Germany readies to return serve. <i>Getty</i>Injured star Andrea Petkovic admits she has no idea when she will return to normal training.
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    Li, Jankovic ruled out of Paris

    Li Na prepares to serve. <i>AFP</i>Li Na and Jelena Jankovic have been forced to withdraw from the Paris Indoor Open due to injuries.
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    Kevin Anderson. <i>Getty Images</i>SA's top-ranked men's tennis player, Kevin Anderson, fell seven places in the latest rankings.
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