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Five-time Australian Open champion Serena Williams and 2008 champion Maria Sharapova both talked up their hopes for this year's competition.as they prepare to meet Ashleigh Barty and Bethanie Mattek-Sands respectively in the first round at Melbourne.
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SOUNDBITE (English) Serena Williams, five-time Australian Open champion:
"I never really look at the draw too much. But for me I think it will be a great opportunity for us both. I take every match as it comes and see how it goes. I try not to put too much pressure on myself."
"I have been training my whole life in the heat. I think I am pretty used to it. I mean, obviously the heat in Melbourne is just completely different than any other heat. But it's okay, I just got to be ready to play under any circumstances."
SOUNDBITE (English) Maria Sharapova:
"There is no easy opponent in this tournament, no matter what round you are playing. She had a great week last week. She played some really good tennis. Last year as well. I've had tough matches against her in the past. I have against many players. I think it's just about being ready, not really worrying about so much what's on the other side, but taking care of your own business out there."
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Serena and Sharapova optimistic as Australian Open approaches
Sunday, January 12 2014Category:Tennis