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I dislike conflict, so I do try and steer clear of arguments. Apart from with my coach. Who I literally have an argument with every day.

Most of the arguments to which I am party fall somewhat short of being impressive, owing to the fact that neither I nor my opponent knows what we are talking about.

Don't take the wrong side of an argument just because your opponent has taken the right side.

I think I did very well against everyone who tried to defend me.

I like to go on the court and have a little bit of information about my opponent.

You have to respect your opponent.

I didn't want my opponent to know there was anything wrong with me.

I made a game effort to argue but two things were against me: the umpires and the rules.

Sometimes my negativity worked to my advantage, and early in my career, it got me going. But you need to understand that you're not just fighting opponents, you're also fighting yourself.

I defend my players and coaches.