I think the French Open, in many ways, brought out a certain characteristic in me and in my game that was already there. Just the circumstances allowed for it to be able to show.

For me, at the French Open, if I wasn't playing my match I was glued to CNN watching the events unfold.

As long as I'm getting mental reps, I think I'll be able to go out there and execute the game plan, ... It's possible I may not practice all week. Who knows? I'm just playing it by ear right now.

I find that there are a lot of similarities between French and Japanese food. I think they're two countries that have really systemized their cuisine and codified it.

I think Pete Sampras has really reached his peak. About the only thing he doesn't do is cook.

I don't think we brought our 'A' game. This was our A-minus game. They'll have to bring their 'A' game and we'll have to bring our 'B' game for them to beat us.