I had to keep going, to keep fighting, |
I have known him for a long time, we played juniors together and won the junior doubles at Wimbledon in 1999, so we know each other's game very well. |
I haven't played on clay this year - but the clay surface always favors us. |
I knew that if I won the fourth set, I would win the match, |
I know I can play good on clay and can win a tournament. I just need to keep going and get more confidence on clay. |
I missed a few chances to break in the first set which was frustrating. But once I broke to go up 5-4 it all started to go perfectly for me. |
I played almost perfect from the beginning until the end. So I'm very happy. |
I played well today. I was comfortable although it's difficult to compare my level with last year. But if I keep up this standard, I will be in the final again. |
I saw his match today and I think he played very well. The next match will be different and I think both of us have the same chance to win. |
I think he played much better than me. I didn't serve good, so that was a big, important thing. I couldn't find my game. I couldn't find any free points with the serve. That complicates all the time the match. |
I think he's playing good right now. You never know. |
I think I can win this sort of tournament, ... If that happens, I will be close to the Masters Cup. That's why I'm playing right now, to be able to get there. |
I think I surprised all the world, |
I think I surprised all the world, beating (Federer) with his record, the No. 1 of the world. He doesn't lose matches almost, so it's really incredible. |
I think Paris might be in danger. I have to see tomorrow what is happening with my leg. |