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Billie Jean King Cup returns to New York

 
Four top women's tennis players will again face off in a one-night tournament at Madison Square Garden for the Billie Jean King Cup. Sponsor BNP Paribas announced Thursday that the event will be played March 1. Serena Williams won the inaugural title earlier this year with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over sister Venus. The field also included Ana Ivanovic and Jelena Jankovic. The four 2009 Grand Slam winners will be invited to participate in next year's tournament. (link)

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