Next Assignment

Maria will begin 2009 by playing the World Team Challenge in Hong Kong which is from January 7-10. The tournament will feature four teams representing Europe, Russia, the Americas and Asia-Pacific.

Each team will consist of three players competing in singles and doubles, with Maria leading the Russian team. Other players confirmed are Jelena Jankovic, Venus Williams and Sania Mirza. The rest of the field will be announced later.
The teams will be placed into a semi-final draw with each tie consisting of singles and doubles rubbers. The two teams with the most overall wins will proceed to the final and the losers to the wooden spoon match.