Sharapova pulls out of Dubai
Sharapova pulls out of Dubai 
From correspondents in Singapore
Former Australian Captain February 26, 2008
RUSSIA’S Maria Sharapova has pulled out of the $1.62 million Dubai championships, citing a viral illness. The Australian Open champion, who also won in Doha last week, is unbeaten in 2008 and had been scheduled to play her first match in Dubai on centre court in Tuesday’s evening session.
“Unfortunately, I have been battling a virus for several days and it’s reached a point where I’m unable to compete,” the world number five said in a statement.
“This is really disappointing to me, but I do intend to come back to Dubai next year and hopefully have a great tournament.”
Reuters