I was very, very shy as a younger girl, just petrified of people. Tennis helped give me an identity and made me feel like somebody.

Whatever your goal in life, be proud of every day that you are able to work in that direction.

Of all my achievements in tennis, I'm probably as proud of my record on clay courts as any of my Wimbledon, U.S. Open or French singles titles.

There were times when deep down inside I wanted to win so badly I could actually will it to happen. I think most of my career has been based on desire.

I think team sports probably teach you more about giving - about being unselfish and being flexible.

I still have this image: I can't be controversial, I can't say things.

If you can react the same way to winning and losing, that's a big accomplishment.