Wimbeldon champion Maria Sharapova was confirmed to take part in the Hong Kong champions Challenge 2004, organizers announced in Hong Kong on November 22.

Besides the Russian talent, four-time Grand Slam singles champion Venus Williams, World No. 2 player Amelie Mauresmo and the US Open champion Svetlana Kuznetsova will also attend the tournament slated for Jan. 5-8.

"Phones have been ringing hot as almost all the fans are asking where they can get tickets and what dates she is actually coming, " said the tournament director Terry Catton.

Source: Xinhua