It's always easier if you have the support of your family, if you're not alone. I came from a country that has been through a lot of troubles in the last 20 to 30 years, but we have been through them together.

This time last year I would have said Federer would beat Sampras's record. Now I'm not so sure. His aura has gone. He's not as dominant as he was, and since I beat him in Australia he's looked frustrated. Players are beginning to challenge him now, especially myself and Rafa. He's got 12 Grand Slams to his name and maybe he will beat Sampras, but now I'm here it will be tough for him.

I always try to have something that keeps my mind relaxed, keeps my mind a little bit off tennis.

My father never talked about the sacrifices that the family made for me.

I had a unique privilege to have a good start in life and a chance to develop my talents.

I want to win and I feel that pressure, but my career will not be a disaster if I do not win there. It is a dream to fulfill.

Pressure is part of what we do. It's always present.