Sharapova, Hantuchova out of German Open

Maria Sharapova pulled out of next week's German Open in Berlin because of an unspecified injury, and Daniela Hantuchova (stress fracture in right foot) also withdrew from the clay-court tournament.

Nadal starts defense with win: Rafael Nadal eased into the third round of the Barcelona Open in Spain by defeating Potito Starace 6-4, 6-2. Nadal is seeking his fourth straight title in Barcelona.

From : http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/