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Quotes of Martina Hingis (Switzerland)1887-1979 American Hotelier Businessman Founder Hilton Hotels
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I'm not looking for any excuses, she was just too good today. I'm going home with my head up. This is a good start to my comeback. I don't think I played badly today, she was just too good. Being in the finals here in Tokyo really exceeded my expectations. (tennis)
It was probably one Russian too many. It used to be I had to play both Williams sisters and Lindsay Davenport, now it's the Russians. (But) I have surpassed all my expectations of my comeback and feel very good knowing I can go out there and play with the best players in the world. (tennis)
I'm not looking for any excuses. She was just too good today. (tennis)
Maria's strengths are her serve and that she is mentally tough. I have nothing to lose but to just go out and play my own game against her. I've wanted to play her since going into retirement. (tennis)
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It's really great to be back after all this time. I have very nice memories because I was the first female player to win the title here (in 2001). Hopefully these memories will inspire me and it will be a good week for me in this great event. I was always impressed with the modernity of Dubai and all that it has to offer. (tennis)
I felt I had the game under control and whenever I needed it I was able to step it up. I wasn't thinking that I was going to lose the set because I felt she always had ups and downs. So did I, but every time I needed it I knew I could pressure her. (tennis)
Both of us had our ups and downs, but there's so much she can still learn. (life)
It is not a comeback anymore. I am here now and this is my fifth tournament. I have shown that I can still play. I don't look at it as a comeback anymore. It is more like the second part of my career now. (life)
I think winning the first game showed her that I am here and I am prepared, and that she has to earn her points. It was really important to have won that first game (tennis)
I didn't expect to play her again so soon, and if she gets there it will be great. (tennis)
It looked more like a football match. I could not find my rhythm and I am just happy to be through to the next round. (tennis)
It felt more like a soccer match out there. She is not very big built and when she hits that forehand, you think 'Whoa! Where did that come from?' But she needs to be more consistent. (tennis)
I was very nervous (unknown)
I'm sure she wants revenge. I'll just try not to let that happen. (unknown)
We worked hard all season to get ourselves into this position, ... I was very happy to be part of this team and get them going. I knew when the guys lost the first set of doubles I had to step up and get us a lead. (tennis)
My life has been very good the last couple of years. I'm very comfortable, and this is really hard work (life)
“I think I'm ready for playing exhibitions (tennis)
I was never happy that my injuries cut my career short and ultimately forced my decision to step away from tennis. I have enjoyed my time away from the court, a period that has allowed me to experience a different side of life. However, I miss the game and the challenge of competing at the highest level of tennis, and I want to gauge whether I can stay healthy and compete against today's top players. (career)
I was never happy my injuries cut my career short and ultimately forced my decision to step away from tennis (career)
I have enjoyed my time away from the court. However, I miss the game and the challenge of competing at the highest level of tennis and I want to gauge whether I can stay healthy and compete against today's top players. (life)
That would be the goal at the moment, to be able to participate at that level. (unknown)
I'm just waiting for a wild card to play in the Australian Open . To face Anna will be a good test for me. (tennis)
I'm very excited to be making my return to competitive tennis in Australia, I have always felt at home on the Australian courts. (tennis)
I know I'll get some tough matches and it will allow me to get used to the Australian summer coming from the European winter, both of which will be helpful with my preparation for the Australian Open. (tennis)
“I want to see what she's got. I haven't played her since she was 12. (tennis)
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