"I learned there's a big difference between juniors and the pros."

"I've been playing against older and stronger competition my whole life. It has made me a better tennis player and able to play against this kind of level despite their strength and experience."

"I'm just like every other girl who likes to shop, likes to look good, likes to spend time with friends."

"I don't follow other players or the tournaments they play. I have my own schedule and do my own thing. I never really think, 'Oh, I want to be or play like so-and-so.' I just like being myself."

"Well, fans always root for the underdog."

"A great tennis career is something that a 15-year-old normally doesn't have. I hope my example helps other teens believe they can accomplish things they never thought possible."

"I'm not the next anyone, I'm the first Maria Sharapova."