“The ex-first of the world rating talked with journalists”, – WRITE: Sport.ua
Joy after victory over Samsonova
“I am satisfied with the match. From the very beginning, I felt that I could play my tennis and press on the rival. Yes, in the second set, everything was more intense. I just hoped to keep the submission and finish the case. Despite the fact that the bill was dense, I am glad to make a break in the last game – and all. ”
More ready for grass than in previous years
“I still believe that in 2023 I held a good tournament and showed quality tennis, but obviously it was not enough to go on. This year, I feel that as the play person became stronger and that she had more time to prepare. With every match there was more confidence – and now I can use it on Wimbledon. ”
Focus on key aspects of playing grass
“Most likely, we focused on Russia – how we need to stop before the blow. Also at work, because it is important not to stop the movement, even when the ball flies quickly, and of course, on the feed. ”
Respect to Bencic’s level after returning from the decree
“I respect her very much. I can imagine how difficult it is to return after pregnancy. Yes, we trained together at the first tournament of the year – United Cup, but it seemed that she was ready to enter the rhythm again. Of course, she needed a little time to play the matches and plan the calendar competently after the pause. She definitely has a game for a successful performance on the grass. I never doubted that she would be able to return. You can see that she is in a good mood and plays well. ”
Difficulty in the second set
“If the rival wins two games in a row and takes the initiative – you need to change something, it is impossible to continue it. I know what to do and try to focus on it. Yes, it is difficult to make a break and then give it. But she also knows how to play. I cannot consider the victory to be solved – this is not the case. Every time the dynamics changes – you need to work again and play better. That’s all. ”
Victory at Junior Wimbledon is not a guarantee of success
“I am sure that all these years helped me on the grass. But it is impossible to win an adult tournament with a junior game – it takes time to learn and become stronger. And so, I spoke from the very beginning: in that year I won Junior Wimbledon, it was very hot. The grass was almost no grass – the soil was more like. Therefore, it was easier to play than, for example, in the first round next year against Golubich – the grass was long, the cover is completely different than in a completely different tournament. Yes, winning a junior helmet is cool, but then you need to continue to work. ”
About the heat in London
“It was hot for the first two days, then it was raining. I cannot say that the weather was stable. But when you play well – it’s not so important. And when bad – you start paying attention to the little things and looking for reasons. I don’t know. I just adapt well to the tournament conditions this year. The same was in Bad-Khoburg-the heat, then 20 degrees and a little moist. I do not see the point of thinking a lot. ”
Does not consider Wimbledon a special chance
“I didn’t think so. Every year, there are unfair issues everywhere. Of course, I am glad that the work I have done is the results. This was my goal this season, because I knew how I could play training. But she was not sure that I would be able to show it in matches. Now, in general, it has succeeded. I will try to continue. And the unproven questions? .. I don’t know. You know, friends, I’m not one of those who say, “I have to win this year.” I do not set myself such goals. I just work with what I have now. And all. I have no such thoughts. ”
