Sania hopes grass will be greener

BIRMINGHAM: Sania Mirza is hoping for an upturn to a frustrating season when she starts her Wimbledon build-up at Edgbaston this week.

Mirza, the winner of the Wimbledon girl's doubles title three years ago, was knocked out of the French Open in the first round last month and is happy to have her feet back on grass.

The 19-year-old from Hyderabad knows the softer, faster surface not only suits her aggressive game but may be easier on her body as she tries to recover from a series of injuries, particularly to her back.