“She had really nice words for me in the locker room,which was really nice,” said Sharapova, older than her opponent by 12 years and regarded as an idol by Kenin. But they must show themselves and the fans something tomorrow and that means winning. 57-times capped player and called for a measured reaction to the qualifying process. Although Coutinho was keen, handing in a transfer request after developing a back injury that preven. ear after her bruised knee gave her immense pain, the 27-year-old got going after promising to play ‘smart badminton. I’m expected to pass on a message to her that she’s missed on the tour. she been beaten on Arthur Ashe Stadium but instead moved another step closer to a first career grand slam title. ed if he committed a “major offense” during his first-round singles loss. Yet Southgate played the 24-year-old wide on the right where he impressed with his speed but constantly strayed infield as England failed to stretch the home side. She continued her fiery play into the second set but on match point tightened up and hit an errant backhand, disappointing a New York crowd that had been rooting for the underdog.