Quotes By Li Na

I think because I was the first Chinese player to win a grand slam, people were thinking: 'She's not like normal people.'

China tennis - we're getting bigger and bigger.

I felt sad because everyday I had to wake up early to practice before going to school. After school I had to go back to tennis again, and then after tennis I had homework. I didn't have time to play.

I've played in a lot of big matches and you learn from them.

I would like to say now I was very enjoy the life right now.

I don't need to worry about being idolised.

I'm married. Who cares about me?

I just keep fighting and try to be the last one standing.

Tennis is best of three sets, so even if I lose the first set, I still have a chance.

I just follow my heart.

People in China say: 'If you love your children, send them to New York. If you hate your children, also send them to New York.'

Just because you win the French Open it doesn't mean you can do well at Wimbledon.

I always had a powerful serve. It's one of the best in women's tennis. It's very good to have a weapon like that.

I think players changing coaches is normal.

I just feel exciting.

In badminton, they use a lot from the wrist. But I use a lot from the shoulder.

I feel like my whole life only tennis.

It was a big decision to leave the system because many people said I would fail.

I really do not think about 'Oh, right now I have to defend those points and this title.' I just really want to enjoy playing on the court, in front of the fans.

Of course you're nervous going into a final.

I would prefer to have no money but to have a nice family and good friends around.

I never thought I could win the French Open.

The weather for me is nothing special. The weather couldn't kill me.

I need some time to recover. I'm not a machine.

I look forward to competing.

When you do one thing, people think it's right or wrong. Maybe half-half.

If I didn't do well at Wimbledon maybe Chinese people will forget about me.

The first time I showed the tattoo, it was big news in the newspaper: 'She has a tattoo with a snake.' It's not a snake.

It's always tough when you're fighting with your husband on the court.

I don't know how many years I can still play. I have to listen to my body and see how it feels.