The Australian Open is special for Maria Sakkarias stated by the Greek champion after a 2-0 win over China’s Wan and her qualification to the “64” of the event.
“It was my first time seeing her and I was nervous. When you know someone, you know what to expect. But when you don’t know him there are difficulties. The United Cup helped me, the conditions in Perth were similar. It’s a slow court, but I like that it’s hot and the ball bounces high. It’s perfect conditions for my game. The more heat, the better. There’s nothing I don’t like about this tournament“, were her first words after winning the first grand slam of the season.
Regarding her condition, she underlined: “I have said many times that fitness is my hobby, I love to work out. I don’t feel good with my body lying on the couch. If I don’t work in the gym, I know I won’t feel good about my game. I’m not the tallest player on tour, if I’m not strong, then my game is not strong».
Shortly before leaving the court, she praised the audience of Melbourne and they responded to her words. “I say it every year. I feel like it’s my hometown tournament. Generally people are very friendly here, I could live in this city. There is nothing I don’t like about this country and the Greek presence certainly helps. They are always here supporting us, I feel like I am in my home country».
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