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Anna's Army

What Behind The Rise Of Russian Women's Tennis

Anna's Army explores the current explosion of Russian talent on the women's tour.

For years Russian tennis has been synonymous with a single name: Anna Kournikova. Anna, however, was by no means alone back in the Motherland.

Maria Sharapova sparked worldwide attention last summer when she became the first Russian to win Wimbledon at just seventeen years of age. And yet Sharapova is just one of many fiercely competitive, talented and beautiful young Russian women now sweeping over the pro tour.

In 2002, only one Russian woman was ranked among the World's Top-30 players. By 2004, they constituted half of the Top-10 and had captured the most prestigious events in the sport.

So why is this cash-strapped, snow-covered nation suddenly producing waves of femme-fatale tennis phenoms?

This enlightening documentary tells their entire story. It explores the real reasons for the rising onslaught of Russian pros and juniors, and takes you on their journey from harsh Soviet origins to their glamorous present-day lifestyles.

Anna’s Army features rare historic and contemporary footage of their matches, training methods, off-court moments and stunning marketing and fashion achievements. It also features remarkably candid interviews with Anna Kournikova, Maria Sharapova, Anastasia Myskina, Elena Dementieva, Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Nick Bollettieri, Robert Lansdorp and the many rising stars of the Russian babe brigade.

By annasarmy.com