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Maria Sharapova reacts as she defeats Spain's Garbine Muguruza. AP/Press Association Images
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Maria Sharapova confused as Andy Murray's mother compares her to a teabag

The Russia advanced to the semi-final of the French Open after victory over Garbine Muguruza of Spain.

MARIA SHARAPOVA MADE the French Open semi-finals on Tuesday and then found herself bamboozled by a tweet sent by Andy Murray’s mother comparing her to a tea bag.

The Russian star defeated rising Spaniard Garbine Muguruza 1-6, 7-5, 6-1 to reach a fourth successive Roland Garros semi-final and fifth of her career.

But before responding to questions regarding her semi-final opponent, Eugenie Bouchard, the former world number one was asked to respond to Judy Murray’s abstract compliment.

“Sharapova is like a tea bag. Put her into hot water and ul find out how strong she is,” tweeted Murray.

The Russian told a press conference: “Sorry. I didn’t know who Judy Murray is.”

She added: “I’m a big tea drinker. I don’t understand what she means.”

When it was explained to her, Sharapova applauded the Wimbledon champion’s mother’s turn of phrase.

“That’s great. She’s very creative. I guess she could have put it many different ways, and she chose the English version.”

- © AFP, 2014

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