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US OPENSeptember 4, 2005Maria SharapovaNEW YORK CITY THE MODERATOR: Questions for Maria, please. Q. After the first week of The Open this year, can you assess how you're playing relative to your expectations? MARIA SHARAPOVA: Yeah, I think I started off really well from the first match. I was really ready. It was a bit unexpected because I didn't play a lot of matches coming into the tournament, so I thought I would be a little rusty at the beginning. Surprised myself in the first round, that's for sure. Played a tough opponent. That gave me more confidence. Playing good. Q. With a score of 6-2, 6-1, but how do you rate Sania? MARIA SHARAPOVA: I think she's definitely great for the sport. You know, tennis is a very global sport. It's amazing how we have, you know, such great athletes. She's very young, has a great future ahead of her. Very big game. But of course with time, I think she needs experience, you know, she'll learn. Q. Was it strange for you to hear so many fans not rooting for you? MARIA SHARAPOVA: No. I think New York is known for being huge sport fans, and they love an underdog. I totally understand. That's what makes it more exciting out there. End of FastScripts…. |
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