Quotes from Victoria Azarenka

I have learned how to better handle things as they come.

I just want to have fun.

I kind of put myself in this mindset where time doesn't really exist that much. There is no past or future. I just try to stay really in the present.

I don't like my ego stroked too much.

I was missing out on a lot of things that my friends were doing, but in another way, they were missing things I was doing. It was kind of a trade-off I had to make.

I love New York. It's one of my favorite cities.

It's true that being in an individual sport, you have to be a little bit selfish.

My grandmother is the person who inspires me the most.

Compared to my physique before pregnancy, yes, I do feel different. I have worked really hard and changed a few things - not only my fitness regime but also my nutrition. When I think about it, being pregnant definitely helped my physique.

That's what I love about kids. They don't care about anything else but who you are as a person.

New York has their own character. I love the fans here. They are very honest, and I love that.

I love rock music, dance music, so it depends on my mood. But I mainly listen to dance music before going out on court.

Sports is a huge entertainment now, and we need to provide that entertainment for the fans because that's what they're looking for.

I hope I was a good example of women's tennis.

You know, I think I'm the worst player to talk to about statistics.

I like to go shopping, to the movies, all the girl stuff. Just a normal girl.

I had to battle the doubts and fears for a while, but I committed to making sure that my strongest emotion was self-belief. Once I did that, I knew I would be OK.

I don't drink alcohol. I only really drink water.

Trying your best is bringing your best... that's the way to do it! Desire and passion is everything.