Person: Shamil Tarpischev

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Tarpischev apologises for Williams sisters slur

Russian Tennis Federation president Shamil Tarpischev has been forced to publicly apologise for his slur against the Williams sisters, Serena and Venus.

Tue, 21 Oct, 2014

Russian Tennis President fined for “Williams brothers” jibe

Shamil Tarpischev, president of the Russian Tennis Federation, has been sharply criticised for his comments on a TV chat show where he referred to Grand Slam winning sisters Venus and Serena Williams as the “the Williams brothers”.

Sat, 18 Oct, 2014

Venus ruled out of Fed Cup tie

Venus Williams has made herself unavailable for the USA's Fed Cup semi-final against Russia in Alabama this weekend because of injury.

Thu, 22 Apr, 2010

Argentina on track for first Davis Cup

Juan Martin Del Potro was overjoyed after leading Argentina into the Davis Cup final by winning the deciding contest in the 3-2 victory over Russia in Buenos Aires.

Mon, 22 Sep, 2008

Advantage America in Davis Cup final

Andy Roddick and James Blake won their singles matches yesterday to give the United States a commanding 2-0 lead over defending champions Russia in the Davis Cup final in Portland.

Sat, 01 Dec, 2007