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2018 - MADRID - SPAIN May 7, 2018

Story of the Match: Sharapova sinks Begu

Maria Sharapova was stretched in the first set but powered through the second to beat Irina-Camelia Begu, 7-5, 6-1.

01 /09
Maria Sharapova means business as she takes to the court. (Jimmie48)
02 /09
Irina-Camelia Begu made a dream start to the match, breaking at the first opportunity. (Jimmie48)
03 /09
It was a frustrating start to the match for Sharavpova, who was not at her best early on. (Jimmie48)
04 /09
The Russian displayed her trademark determination to draw level. (Getty)
05 /09
She managed to turn the match round, claiming the first set 7-5. (Jimmie48)
06 /09
Begu had played well in the opener but failed to replicate her form thereafter. (Getty)
07 /09
Once ahead, she powered through the second set, losing it for just one game. (Jimmie48)
08 /09
Sharapova celebrates after sealing her place in the third round, where she will face Kristina Mladenovic. (Getty)
09 /09
And after her victory she took time to sign autographs for her fans (Jimmie48)

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