I've always said I'm a good horse but I'm still an underdog.

I have good anticipation, and good reaction to the the ball because I've played so many matches in my life.

I didn't have the same fitness or ability as the other girls, so I had to beat them with my mind.

Playing (Serena) it always felt like playing a steamroller. No subtlety, no finesse, just raw, loud power. To respect this style of play was always a bit tough for me, but of course I had to, because the rules of tennis dont state that having a beautiful game is required to become No. 1.

I've never had big problems about being long on the court. During the U.S. Open I played three events (singles, doubles, mixed doubles) and some people asked me if I want to stay overnight on the court.

And the '99 finals at the French - if I had won that one easily, no one would have talked about it.

Now that I beat Lindsay I feel much better.