I've always been a fighter and I've always fought through things my whole life.

I wanted to get really fit. I wanted to lose some weight. So I've been doing Pilates and yoga, trying to lean out my body so I won't be bulky.

I never close my mind to anything and eventually want to branch out. But for now, tennis is still number one for me.

Everyone is from Russia. Sometimes I think I'm from Russia, too. All these new Ovas. I don't know anyone. I don't really recognise anyone. That's just how it is. I think my name must be Williamsova.

I'm proud to have opened [two] schools in Africa and one in Jamaica [through the Serena Williams Fund and its partners]. I was given a lot. I was given two parents. That's already starting above a lot of kids. And then I was given the opportunity to play tennis and parents who supported that. I feel I can give back.

I feel as a brand I'm here to be around for a long time.

Couple years ago I was No. 7 and I ended up top. So I kind of like the position that I'm at right now. It's hot.