36 unforced errors, 9 double faults. Do you think you kind of gave the match to her?
MARIA SHARAPOVA:
Uhm, even with those, you know, unforced errors, I still had my chances and I was 1 for 8 on breakpoints. You know, against someone that's playing really well, you know, playing with a lot of confidence, it's really important to take those chances that you have, the very few that come your way. I felt like I played a couple of good points and then, you know, make an easy error, hit a return long or miss a first serve, give her many looks at second serve returns. You know, didn't feel like I put much pressure on her, you know.
What is she doing especially well?
MARIA SHARAPOVA:
She's retrieving a lot of balls. You know, she served really well today. She used the wind really effectively, you know, especially when she was playing against the wind. You know, she was able to use many things to her advantage. I wasn't able to capitalize.
When was the last time you can remember double faulting three times in a row?
MARIA SHARAPOVA:
Uhm, I don't know, probably last year.
Were you surprised that she played so fast and so stable?
MARIA SHARAPOVA:
No, not at all. I mean, I can't be surprised by how well my opponent plays. Obviously, she's at the top of her game, playing her best tennis of her career. Never go into a match underestimating her ability.
How far do you see her going in the tournament?
MARIA SHARAPOVA:
I think she's playing quite well. This is a great opportunity for her.
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