Sharapova increases chances to become #1 again
Although the second-seeded Russian will remain at number three in the rankings next week behind Amelie Mauresmo and Justine Henin-Hardenne, the win boosted her chances of ending the season as world number one.
Despite her defeat, Hantuchova’s ranking will improve next week from 22 to an expected 16. The Age
With both of the top players being injured so much, she definitely has a chance to do it. Good job to Dani for taking a set off of her.