She was playing the angles really well. I felt that I was in control of a lot of points and she would come back with the better shot.

It takes a lot of pressure off. You don't get so angry. If you think a call is incorrect, you don't spend extra games thinking about it.

I came to this match wanting to play well for my country. It's a great start.

Clay is one of my better surfaces and if was definitely an advantage for me. She is a big hitter and the clay neutralized some of her power.

I have respect for every player out there but I also have confidence in my game. I've played well against top women recently.

I just wanted to be first. That's what it really was all about.