Sharapova will play for Team Russia in the new tournament

Sixth racquet peace Maria Sharapova will play for Team Russia in the new international tournament, which will be held 7-10 January 2009 in Hong Kong. In addition to the Russian team in these competitions will be made by prefabricated America, Europe and Asia-Pacific region, reported AFP. Full recap Russia as yet unknown.

Four teams will be divided into Semifinal pair. The winners will meet in the semi-finals, while losers play third place. Matches will consist of a single meeting, and from the pair.

Already know that America will play for the national team Vinus Williams of the USA, for the national team in Europe - the first issue of world ranking Serb Jelena Jankovic, a team of the Asia-Pacific region - Sanya Mirza of India.