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Sharapova to be provisionally suspended

Sharapova to be provisionally suspended
Maria Sharapova (Photo: skysports)

Former women's tennis world No 1, Maria Sharapova will be provisionally suspended after testing positive for a banned substance.

Sharapova said she recently received a letter saying she had failed a drug test at the Australian Open.

The 28‑year‑old Russian, a five‑time grand slam champion has not competed since she lost to Serena Williams in the quarter‑finals of the Australian Open in January.

Sharapova said she has no intention of retiring.

Source: Stuff.co.nz

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