Likhovtseva, Mirza agree to play Charleston tournament

WTA Tour veteran Elena Likhovtseva and rising star Sania Mirza have agreed to play this year’s Family Circle Cup, tournament officials said Monday.
They join a formidable field, including Justine Henin-Hardenne, Mary Pierce, Venus Williams and Serena Williams.
Likhovtseva will be making her ninth appearance at the Family Circle Cup, where she is a two-time quarterfinalist and captured the 1999 doubles championship with Jana Novotna.
This year will be Mirza’s first appearance at the tournament.

“Our 2005 player field will feature the perfect blend of both solid veterans and rising stars,” tournament director Robin Reynolds said. “This year, fans will be able to see some of the most exciting players in women’s tennis today.”
The Family Circle Cup will be held April 8-16 at Daniel Island