For calling Venus and Serena 'The Williams brothers" 'Tennis President fined $25,000

The Russian Tennis Federation President Shamil Tarpischev has been asked to pay a fine of $25,000 for referring to Venus and Serena as the Williams brothers on a TV chat show.  He also received one year ban from getting involve in the tennis women's tour

The Chief Executive of the Russian Women Tennis Association, Stacy Allastar said the comments were insulting and demeaning.  That Mr. Tarpischev's comments questions their gender and tarnishes the image of the great game.

Dave Haggerty, President of the United State Tennis Association called on Mr. Tarpischev to tender an apology to the Williams sisters.