 Sharapova has not won a tournament since March |
Maria Sharapova says she is back to full fitness ahead of this week's Acura Classic in San Diego. The 19-year-old has struggled with an ankle injury since April but says she is no longer needing regular treatment.
"The past two weeks have been the first time that I've had full practice where I didn't need to see the trainer every day," said the world number four.
Sharapova will play fellow Russian Vasilisa Bardina in her first match.
"I'm excited going into a tournament feeling healthy and playing pretty well," added Sharapova, who has not won a tournament since Indian Wells in March.
She has not played competitively since losing in the Wimbledon semi-finals to eventual champion Amelie Mauresmo.
Sharapova is seeded two in San Diego, behind the other losing Wimbledon semi-finalist, Kim Clijsters.
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