Li Na's Quotes

It was a big decision to leave the system because many people said I would fail.

It's always tough when you're fighting with your husband on the court.

Just because you win the French Open it doesn't mean you can do well at Wimbledon.

Of course you're nervous going into a final.

Of course, after I retire I want to be the housewife, really.

People know what I'm doing.

The weather for me is nothing special. The weather couldn't kill me.

The woman's tour is very tough for all of the players.

When I got into the sport I was so fat that my manager said he should send me to boot camp to lose the weight!

When you do one thing, people think it's right or wrong. Maybe half-half.

I felt sad because everyday I had to wake up early to practice before going to school. After school I had to go back to tennis again, and then after tennis I had homework. I didn't have time to play.

I really do not think about 'Oh, right now I have to defend those points and this title.' I just really want to enjoy playing on the court, in front of the fans.

I would prefer to have no money but to have a nice family and good friends around.

I don't know how many years I can still play. I have to listen to my body and see how it feels.

In badminton, they use a lot from the wrist. But I use a lot from the shoulder.

People in China say: 'If you love your children, send them to New York. If you hate your children, also send them to New York.'

Tennis is best of three sets, so even if I lose the first set, I still have a chance.

China tennis - we're getting bigger and bigger.

I always had a powerful serve. It's one of the best in women's tennis. It's very good to have a weapon like that.

I do what I want.

I feel like my whole life only tennis.

I just feel exciting.

I just follow my heart.

I just keep fighting and try to be the last one standing.

I look forward to competing.

I love New York City.