AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP)—Former No. 1 Maria Sharapova overcame a last-minute change of opponent, beating Alberta Brianti of Italy 6-2, 6-3 to advance to the second round of the ASB Classic on ...

Today's match, which saw Azarenka rally from a set and 4-0 down to win 6-7 (6), 6-4, 6-2, came against 32-year-old Alberta Brianti, she of the No. 105 world ranking and 10-14 singles record.