The main thing is not a matter of wanting to win; the main thing is being scared to lose.

Reputation is what others think about you. What's far more important is character, because that is what you think about yourself.

People say, "Do you know how much a million dollars is?" I don't have a clue. How many Big Macs will it buy me?

Champions take responsibility. When the ball is coming over the net, you can be sure I want the ball.

Natural talent only determines the limits of your athletic potential. It's dedication and a willingness to discipline your life that makes you great.

In the complete overall history of tennis, I figure I'll be worth a sentence or two.... That's why my place in the all-time rankings means so very little to me, because I know I won't be anybody's number one, and it's that same old thing: if you're not number one, then what does it really matter?

Female athletes are stereotyped by the general population--and usually as homosexuals.