Meghann Shaughnessy Quotes (8 Quotes)

We played really well tonight, and we're so happy to win our first title together. Yan and Zheng are a very good team they beat (No.2 seeds) Pennetta and Ruano Pascual in the semis so we had to play well and force them out of playing the game they like. It was my first time coming to Bali and I'm so glad I did. I've had a wonderful time from start to finish.

It was very last minute. The plan originally was to come early and play doubles and take it easy for the Open. When I was told I got the wild card I practically kissed (the organizer).

My serve is probably the strongest part of my game. I was liking my chances after I got that last break.

She's been the biggest nightmare for me. I've lost to her the most than any other player. But this time I changed tactics a little. I went more at her body instead of pulling her wide. And I served big.

I always say there's nothing worse than being sent home by the same player in two consecutive tournaments. I'm glad to win if for nothing else to protect my own sanity.

I felt like I went out there and executed my game plan and played with a lot of energy. She's a player that I have so much respect for. I think she's three in the world right now. So I'm feeling very excited.

Arizona is a wonderful place to live and we've got great weather - although it's a little warm right now - but we've got great facilities, tons of resorts and courts, and there's no reason why we shouldn't have more players coming out of Arizona.

I agree with Rafael about the hunger factor. That's why we see so many great players from Russia. When they are young, they don't have so many options, and it's the best thing to do to play a sport and make a lot of money. If you're not given another option, you go at it 100 percent and devote yourself to it a lot harder than those with many options available.