Tennis: Russians win the Hopman Cup
Published: 05 January, 2007, 11:30
Russia have won the Hopman Cup, after they took an unassailable two rubbers to love lead over Spain in the final in Perth. This is the first time Russia have won the event, since it was formed in 1989.
Nadya Petrova won over Medina Garrigues, while Dmitry Tursunov sealed the victory as he beat Tommy Robredo in straight sets.
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