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Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova for the first time after a nine month break, we went to court. Sharapova took part in a charity World Team Tennis Smash Hits. Athlete played in the tournament, thereby not violating the rules of disqualification. After all, all proceeds from the tournament will go towards the treatment of AIDS patients.
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Mary was very happy to go to court, because she has admitted that she misses tennis and the fans alike: “They are the best and most loyal in the world. I read your emails and check messages in social networks. Your support helps me in this period. I will fight for what you think is right, and to return to sport as soon as possible,” admitted Maria.
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We will remind, in June the Tribunal of the International tennis Federation announced its decision in the case of Sharapova: the athlete is disqualified for two years for use of a prohibited drug Meldonium.
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However, in the summer term reduced — now the athlete will resume his career in August of the following year.