Russia defeats Poland 4-0 to advance in Fed Cup (Yahoo Sports)

Maria Sharapova defeated Agnieszka Radwanska 6-1, 7-5 Sunday as Russia advanced to the semifinals of the Fed Cup with a 4-0 victory in the World Group first round tie against Poland. ”It is never easy to play after a long journey, new surface and very little training on it,” Sharapova said. ”I tried to play my best tennis and I am happy that I won in two sets.” Sharapova hit a total of 39 winners on the indoor hardcourt, compared to 16 for Radwanska, and won the first set in 33 minutes. Sharapova led the second set 5-3 before Radwanska broke her serve and then drew level at 5-5 after surviving two match points.