By putting pressure on myself to develop a great game, I had less pressure to win. These days, I tell kids that the way I grew up, it wasn't about winning. It was about playing well, about playing the "right" way. That approach helped me enjoy the game and develop mine to its maximum potential.

Most of the time after the US Open, it is kind of like you are trying to finish strong. But to do it five years and maybe six is something that has never been done before, so it is a huge challenge.

I never wanted to be the great guy or the colorful guy or the interesting guy. I wanted to be the guy who won titles.

I could be a jerk and get a lot more publicity, but that's not who I am.

It is nice to walk out on a court to have it packed.

I feel much more respected in Europe than I do in the States from the press and from the people. Americans expect me to win every match I play.

I guess I get my strength from my legs, which are also important in tennis.