World No . 3 Maria was unhappy with the WTA 's publicity demands . WTA wants top players to participate in four - hour photo shoot before French Open . Russian says she was threatened with $ 300,000 fine if she does not take part . E-mail to a friend . The Rome top - tier tournament begins on May 12 .
World No . 3 Maria was unhappy with the WTA 's publicity demands . WTA wants top players to participate in four - hour photo shoot before French Open . Russian says she was threatened with $ 300,000 fine if she does not take part . The Rome top - tier tournament begins on May 12 .