Meghann Shaughnessy Quotations

It was very last minute. The plan originally was to come early and play doubles and take it easy for the Open. When I was told I got the wild card I practically kissed (the organizer).

I always say there's nothing worse than being sent home by the same player in two consecutive tournaments. I'm glad to win if for nothing else to protect my own sanity.

Arizona is a wonderful place to live and we've got great weather - although it's a little warm right now - but we've got great facilities, tons of resorts and courts, and there's no reason why we shouldn't have more players coming out of Arizona.

I agree with Rafael about the hunger factor. That's why we see so many great players from Russia. When they are young, they don't have so many options, and it's the best thing to do to play a sport and make a lot of money. If you're not given another option, you go at it 100 percent and devote yourself to it a lot harder than those with many options available.

I played three pretty good matches in qualifying and that helped me. She fights hard and it's been a bit back and forth between us.

I felt like I went out there and executed my game plan and played with a lot of energy. She's a player that I have so much respect for. I think she's three in the world right now. So I'm feeling very excited.

My serve is probably the strongest part of my game. I was liking my chances after I got that last break.

It's always a little difficult but that happens. You play your doubles partner, you play your friends. You just get used to it.

I would have to say the coaching in Europe is better overall, but there are exceptions,

Shes been the biggest nightmare for me. Ive lost to her the most than any other player.