Ashleigh Barty

You never approach any prof or semi-professional sport as a hit and giggle.

I think women's tennis is so open. Anyone in the top 30 can do damage in the big tournaments.

There's no need to look too far into the future or the past. Enjoy the moment.

That's the ultimate goal - to try to go deep into the Australian Open and deep into the other slams throughout the year.

It's a lot easier when you're winning.

It is tough when you're by yourself, and I think that's why team sport is so appealing.

I had never played a team sport when I was younger.

It's a bit different when you're 16 as to when you're 20. You're a little bit more developed and mature in your body.

I went from not being known anywhere in the world to winning junior Wimbledon and six months later playing the Australian Open. I was a victim of my own success, really.

There has to be a very good balance between being aggressive and then being able to defend as well.

I'm certainly not the tallest girl on the tour, so I know that I have to sort of try and match the girls in the way. I know, for me, it's trying to be super aggressive, especially off the first ball in the rally.

It's nice to know that whoever I walk out on court against, I feel comfortable.