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BALL GIRLS SET TO PROVOKE CONTROVERSY

Using models kitted out in glamorous outfits as ball girls for the Masters Series tournament in Madrid could spark further controversy.

Organisers are set to repeat the move introduced last year in conjunction with clothing sponsors Hugo Boss, despite strong objections from Spanish politicians who believe the practice is "sexist".

The tournament, which starts on Monday, enjoyed unprecedented media coverage last year.

Organisers said that most people reacted positively to the idea, and a new audience became aware of the tournament.